10 Questions
Which process ensures nutrient cycling for optimum plant growth in agriculture?
Ploughing
What is the role of mycorrhizae in plant uptake of nutrients?
Enhance phosphorus absorption
How is phosphorus introduced into soil and water systems?
Via weathering of rocks
What is the impact of phosphorus from detergents on river water?
Algal blooms
What measures can be taken to reduce phosphate levels in river water?
Implement better sewage treatment
Which of the following processes involves converting ammonia into nitrites and nitrates?
Nitrification
Why is nitrogen not present at high levels in soil despite being abundant in atmospheric gases?
It's mostly locked up in the atmosphere
Which factor affects the communities of nitrifying bacteria in soil samples?
Soil pH
What is the main reason behind a farm's limited crop yields?
Lack of available soil nutrients
Why is it important to ensure nitrogen and its compounds are introduced into soil?
To enhance agricultural production
Test your knowledge on the phosphorus cycle and its impact on water pollution. Questions cover ways in which phosphorus is introduced into soil and water bodies, as well as the effects on river water quality. Get ready to ace your environmental science exam!
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