Human Activities

question 22

Multiple Choice

Human activities

• A) rarely affect nutrient cycles.
• B) can alter nutrient cycles on a global scale.
• C) tend to cause only local changes in nutrient cycles.
• D) generally improve nutrient cycling in ecosystems.

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Definitions:

Team-Based Organizational Structure

An organizational layout where tasks and responsibilities are allocated to groups rather than individuals, fostering collaboration.

Flat Organizational Hierarchy

is a structure where there are few or no levels of middle management between staff and executives, often leading to faster decision-making and increased flexibility.

Formalization

The degree of adherence to structured policies, procedures, and guidelines within an organization, contributing to consistency and predictability of actions.

Self-Directed Teams

Are groups of employees who manage their workload and operations more independently than traditional work teams, often with a high degree of autonomy.