Biogeochemical cycles | Planetary Health Glossary

Definition

The movement of chemical elements or compounds between living organisms, the atmosphere, and the Earth’s crust. Major biogeochemical cycles include the carbon cycle, nitrogen cycle, and water cycle.

carbon cycle; changing biogeochemical flows; cycle of matter; ecological recycling; hydrogen cycle; marine biogeochemical cycles; marine cycle; methane cycle; nitrogen cycle; nutrient cycle; nutrient cycling; phosphorus cycle; rock cycle; sulphur cycle; water cycle

Drafted by

Chris Graham

Reviewed by

TBC