Which of the following statements is false?I. Nutrients are cycled in the ecosphere in biogeochemical cycles.II. Elements in the rock cycle are generally cycled slower than elements in gaseous cycles.III. Biogeochemical cycles are driven by the sun and by gravity.IV. There are three types of biogeochemical cycles: air, water, and land.V. The hydrologic cycle involves the ocean, air, land, and living organisms.Change the false answer above to a true statement.

What will be an ideal response?


IV is false. There are many types of biogeochemical cycles, including carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur.

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