Match Each Description with the Appropriate Scientific Term

question 8

Multiple Choice

Match each description with the appropriate scientific term.
-describes how nutrients accumulate in four compartments

• A)biogeochemical cycles
• B)ecological efficiency
• C)ecological pyramid
• D)generalized compartment model
• E)gross primary productivity
• F)limiting nutrient
• G)net primary productivity
• H)pyramid of biomass
• I)secondary productivity
• J)simulation modelling
• K)standing crop biomass
• L)trophic cascade

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Definitions:

Inventory Holding Gain

An increase in the value of inventory over time, typically due to inflation or increased demand, before the inventory is sold.

FIFO Earnings

The net income calculated using the First-In, First-Out method of inventory valuation, assuming the first items purchased are the first sold.

Inventory Units

Inventory units are the measurable quantities of goods or materials on hand, stored or processed by a business, intended for sale or production.

Goods Available

The total quantity of goods on hand for sale during a specific period, including both beginning inventory and purchases made.