Which of the following statements best describes how matter moves through the biosphere? a. matter moves in a one-way flow b. matter moves from animals to plants c. matter recycles and moves in a continuous cycle d. matter is destroyed after it moves to decomposers.

The correct answer would be C. Matter recycles and moves in a continuous cycle.

In contrast to energy flow which is unidirectional in nature, matter is always recycled and move in a continuous cyclic manner.

The matter is recycled within as well as between the ecosystems with the help of biogeochemical cycles such as carbon cycle, sulfur cycle, water cycle etc.

The cyclic movement of matter is essential for the maintenance of life on Earth.

Law of conservation of mass also states that matter can neither be created no it can be destroyed. It can change from one form to another. Hence, matter changes its form and moves in continuous cyclic manner in the biosphere.

For instance, the cyclic movement of carbon is shown in the figure attached.

answer: accepted answer: aquatic animals use the oxygen dissolved in water to carry out respiration. since the amount of dissolved oxygen in water is low as compared to the amount of oxygen in the air, therefore the rate of breathing in aquatic animals is much faster than it is in terrestrial animals.

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