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Name two essential roles of phosphorus in living organisms.
Building block of nucleic acids like DNA and phospholipids for cell membranes.
Where is phosphorus primarily found in the natural world?
Phosphorus is primarily found in sedimentary rocks.
How do phosphate compounds enter surface water and soils?
Phosphate compounds leach into surface water and soils as sedimentary rocks weather and wear down over time.
What are the two significant sources of phosphate compounds?
Volcanic ash and fertilizer are significant sources of phosphate compounds.
What is the harmful consequence of eutrophication?
Excessive growth of algae or microbes due to an influx of phosphorus in aquatic ecosystems, leading to depletion of oxygen levels and death of aquatic organisms.
Test your knowledge about the essential nutrient phosphorus and its role in living organisms, including its involvement in DNA, cell membranes, and plant growth. Explore the phosphorus cycle in the natural world and learn about phosphates, the common form of phosphorus.
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