Question

1. which of the following is not true about matter in the biosphere? a. matter is transferred in one direction through the biosphere. b. biogeochemical cycles transform and reuse molecules. c. the total amount of matter decreases over time. d. human activity does not affect the movement of matter.

Explanation:

In biogeochemical cycles, matter is recycled and the total amount remains constant according to the law of conservation of mass. Also, human activities like deforestation, burning of fossil - fuels etc. do affect the movement of matter in the biosphere. Matter is transferred in cycles rather than one - directionally in the biosphere.

Answer:

A. Matter is transferred in one direction through the biosphere, C. The total amount of matter decreases over time, D. Human activity does not affect the movement of matter.