Which of the Following Does NOT Cause a Loss of Nutrients

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT cause a loss of nutrients from an ecosystem?

• A)the production of carbon dioxide during respiration
• B)the addition of fertilizer to a crop field
• C)the transport of organic matter by a river from one ecosystem to another
• D)the harvesting of a crop by humans

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Definitions:

Frustration Response

An emotional or behavioral response that occurs when an individual is blocked from reaching a desired goal or outcome.

Conditioned Emotional Response

An emotional reaction acquired through classical conditioning, where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with an emotionally charged event or object.

Dependency

A reliance on something or someone, often characterized by a lack of independence.

Disengagement Phases

Periods during which individuals gradually reduce involvement or detach from roles, relationships, or activities.