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Nutrient Cycling: The pattern of transfer of nutrients between the components of a food web

Nutrients: Components found in foods such as proteins, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins and water, and help to nourish the body, promoting energyand growth.

Nutrient Pollution: Contamination by excessive inputs of nutrient: a primary cause of eutrophication of surface waters, in which excess nutrients, usually nitrogen or phosphorus, stimulate algal growth. Sources . . . View Full Definition

Organic Nutrients: Nutrients in the form of molecules synthesized by or originating from other organisms

Primary Macronutrients: Elements that plants require in relatively large quantities: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.

Secondary Macronutrients: Elements that plants require in relatively small quantities: calcium, magnesium, and sulfur.

Recycling Time: Time it takes a flash unit to recharge between firings.

Micronutrients: Elements that are required by plants in very small quantities, but are toxic in large quantities: iron, manganese, molybdenum, copper, boron, zinc, and chloride.

Cycling The Puck: This is when two offensive players, while in the offensive zone, move the puck along the boards.

Back Cycling: Cutting back on either number of sets, repetitions or amount of weight used during a exercise session.