Materials cycle, energy flows
Materials cycle, energy flows
Materials such as carbon, water and mineral ions are repeatedly reused in ecosystems. Atoms from dead organisms can eventually become part of new organisms. Decomposers return carbon dioxide to the atmosphere and mineral ions to the soil. These materials are stored as carbon dioxide in air and mineral ions in soil, from which producers take them up.
Step-by-step lessons covering AQA GCSE Biology 7.2.2 How materials are cycled for Foundation and Higher tier. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2 format. Start with the foundational topics and build up to the higher-tier material.