Which statement best describes the cycling of carbon between the atmosphere and hydrosphere?

a. trees and plants releasing carbon through respiration
b. volcanic activity releasing carbon into the atmosphere
c. movement of gases from the ocean's surface by diffusion
d. releasing of carbon into the soil when organisms decay

Use the drop-down menu to match the following definitions to the corresponding terms. the total variety of organisms that live in the biosphere a group of organisms that breed and produce offspring that can breed all of the biotic and abiotic factors in an area

1. variations in a population of moths allow for some of its members to be able to adapt to environmental changes. the better adapted of the moths will be able to survive the change and thus prevail as the “fittest” of the species. (a) describe three mechanisms in which variation can occur within a species population. (b) explain which mechanism or mechanisms would be responsible for the survival of a population of peppered moths better than white moths in an environment affected by industrial soot. justify your answer.

What can be said about farmers in highly developed countries? a) they have little or no negative impact on the environment. b) they practice subsistence agriculture. c) they are able to incorporate polyculture into their farming practices. d) they utilize organic farming techniques on a regular basis. e) they rely on large amounts of energy from fossil fuels.