Even Though Nitrogen Constitutes 78% of Earth's Atmosphere,the Amount Available

question 2

Multiple Choice

Even though nitrogen constitutes 78% of Earth's atmosphere,the amount available for living things nearly all comes from

• A)a few groups of nitrogen-fixing bacteriA.
• B)the breakdown of minerals.
• C)a few genera of detritivores.
• D)the breakdown of dead plants.
• E)nitrogen-containing fertilizers.

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Definitions:

Convergent

Pertaining to areas where tectonic plates move towards each other, often resulting in mountain building or subduction.

Divergent

Relates to a tectonic boundary where two plates move away from each other, leading to the creation of new crust.

Transform

In geology, referring to a boundary between two tectonic plates where they slide past each other horizontally.

Increased Gas Flow

Refers to a higher rate of gas movement, which can occur naturally or be induced by human activities, affecting environments and processes.