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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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

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