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Why nutrients must be recycled

Why nutrients must be recycled

A nutrient cycle is the movement of chemical elements between organisms and the abiotic environment. Matter is recycled in ecosystems, but energy flows through and is eventually lost as heat.

Nutrient cycles (A-level only) Lesson

  1. A Level
  2. /Biology
  3. /Nutrient cycles (A-level only)

Step-by-step lessons covering AQA A Level Biology Nutrient cycles (A-level only) for A Level Biology. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 format. Build a strong foundation in cell biology and biochemistry early on, since later topics on genetics, ecology and physiology all draw on these core concepts.