Preferred term
nutrient cycling
Definition
A complete explanation of the intended meaning of a concept- Process of transfer of mineral nutrients available in the soil to the plants through absorption and translocation, with subsequent return of these nutrients to the soil through the decomposition of phytomass by the soil microorganisms. It is a process of great importance for the development of life in general, since it increases soil organic matter and efficiency in nutrient absorption by plants.
Broader concept
Broader conceptNote
Notes- soil organic carbon; biological nitrogen fixation; carbon sequestration, low carbon agriculture.
Belongs to group
Group which the concept belongs to.In other languages
Terms for the concept in other languages.Portuguese (Brazil)
Spanish
URI
http://agrotermos.dados.embrapa.br/agrotermos/c_0400000041