Unit 2 Study Guide: Chapters 3 & 7
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Define the following forms of energy: kinetic energy, heat flow, 1 st and 2nd law of
thermodynamics.
Review the results of the Hubbard Brook Experiments (nutrient loss due to deforestation)
What is the ultimate source of energy?
Identify the major reservoirs for each of the following cycle: carbon , nitrogen, sulfur,
phosphorus
What is the abundant gas in the atmosphere?
Identify which organism occupy the lowest trophic level
Where does dissolved oxygen in oceans come from?
What is the cause of the seasons?
Which cycle does not have a gaseous stage?
Explain the process of eutrophication.
Describe the major processes associated with the carbon cycle.
What is the impact of fossil fuels on the carbon cycle.
Explain the 1st and 2nd law of thermodynamics.
What are dead trees and fallen trees role in an ecosystem?
What are the environmental consequences of a warmer atmosphere?
Characteristics of a sustainable society
Review the processes of the water cycle: condensation, precipitation, evaporation,
transpiration
Characteristics of eutrophication
How does EL Nino affects the climate of the eastern part of the Pacific Ocean
Define decomposition, photosynthesis, denitrification
Why is phosphorus a limiting factor at times?
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