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Which of the following is true about the phosphorus cycle?
Which of the following is true about the phosphorus cycle?
- Phosphorus and phosphorus-based compounds are usually gases on Earth
- Phosphorus gradually becomes more available to plants over thousands of years (correct)
- Living organisms do not require phosphorus for their proper functioning
- The atmosphere plays a significant role in the movement of phosphorus
What is the role of phosphorus in living organisms?
What is the role of phosphorus in living organisms?
- It is a vital component of DNA, RNA, ATP, etc. (correct)
- It is only found in animals
- It is not assimilated by plants
- It is not required for their proper functioning
Where does the production of phosphine gas occur?
Where does the production of phosphine gas occur?
- In specialized, local conditions (correct)
- In all terrestrial and aquatic systems
- In the lithosphere
- In the atmosphere
What do plants assimilate phosphorus as?
What do plants assimilate phosphorus as?
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What is phosphorus a key component of in animals?
What is phosphorus a key component of in animals?
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