Which of the following has the greatest effect on the rate of chemical cycling in an ecosystem? a. the rate of decomposition in the ecosystem b. the production efficiency of the ecosystem's consumers c. the trophic efficiency of the ecosystem d. the location of the nutrient reservoirs in the ecosystem

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The rate of decomposition in the ecosystem has the greatest effect on the rate of chemical cycling in an ecosystem.

Decomposition is the process in which complex organic matter is broken down into inorganic building blocks like carbon dioxide, water, and other nutrients by decomposers. The primary location for decomposition activities in the terrestrial environment is the top layer of soil. The breakdown process takes place at the bottom layer (Benthic Zone) of aquatic bodies. If the temperature is raised, the process proceeds smoothly; conversely, if the temperature is low, the breakdown process proceeds slowly. The rate of decomposition is influenced by temperature; colder temperatures slow it down while warmer temperatures speed it up.

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