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  1. Biogeochemical cycle - Wikipedia

    A biogeochemical cycle, or more generally a cycle of matter, [1] is the movement and transformation of chemical elements and compounds between living organisms, the …

  2. Biogeochemical cycle | Definition & Facts | Britannica

    Nov 28, 2025 · biogeochemical cycle, any of the natural pathways by which essential elements of living matter are circulated. The term biogeochemical is a contraction that refers to the …

  3. Biogeochemical Cycles - Center for Science Education

    All of the atoms that are building blocks of living things are a part of biogeochemical cycles. The most common of these are the carbon and nitrogen cycles. Tiny atoms of carbon and nitrogen …

  4. Biogeochemical Cycling | U.S. Geological Survey - USGS.gov

    Dec 15, 2025 · Oxygen, carbon, nutrients, and water cycle together through abiotic and biotic parts of the Earth to support life. Climate, geology, hydrology, ecosystems, and human …

  5. What Are Biogeochemical Cycles and Why Are They Important?

    The term “biogeochemical” combines “bio” (living organisms), “geo” (Earth’s geological aspects like rocks, air, and water), and “chemical” (elements and compounds). These interconnected …

  6. Biogeochemical Transformations - PNNL

    Biogeochemical transformations explore the chemical and biological processes shaping Earth's ecosystems, impacting water quality, soil health, and sustainability.

  7. 1.1: What is biogeochemistry? - Geosciences LibreTexts

    Biogeochemists study how living organisms, including plants, animals, and microorganisms, interact with the solid Earth (geosphere). In biogeochemical cycles, elements and compounds …

  8. Biogeochemical Cycles Explained: Definition, Examples, Practice

    The term "biogeochemical" combines "bio," meaning life, and "geo," referring to Earth, highlighting the interconnectedness of life and the environment in nutrient cycling. These cycles play a …

  9. Biogeochemical cycles | Research Starters - EBSCO

    Biogeochemical cycles refer to the movement of essential chemical elements among the Earth's various systems, including the atmosphere, lithosphere (earth's crust), hydrosphere (water), …

  10. Biogeochemical Cycle - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    Biogeochemical cycles refer to the pathways through which elements and compounds, such as carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and others, are cycled and recycled between living organisms, …