In the Process of Biogeochemical Cycling, What Is a Key

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Multiple Choice

In the process of biogeochemical cycling, what is a key distinguishing factor between mineralization and decomposition?

• A) Mineralization involves organisms; decomposition is a purely chemical process.
• B) Decomposition involves organisms; mineralization is a purely chemical process.
• C) Mineralization breaks down detritus into smaller parts; decomposition breaks down organic compounds into inorganic nutrients.
• D) Decomposition breaks down detritus into smaller parts; mineralization breaks down organic compounds into inorganic nutrients.
• E) Mineralization occurs in the geological portions of the cycle; decomposition occurs in the biological portions.

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