A biogeochemical cycle refers to the ________.
A) long-term movement of biogeochemical minerals through the rock cycle
B) exchange of chemicals among magmatic and solid-phase systems
C) the passage of chemicals among living and nonliving systems
D) exchange of chemicals between landmasses and the oceans

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A biogeochemical cycle is the movement of elements and compounds through living (bio-) and nonliving (geo-) components of an ecosystem, including the atmosphere, oceans, rocky earth, and soils. It involves the exchange of chemicals among living and nonliving systems. Options A, B, and D do not fully capture the essence of a biogeochemical cycle.

A Biogeochemical Cycle Refers to the ________