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What is the role of the atmosphere in the movement of phosphorus?

  • It facilitates the rapid movement of phosphorus through the Earth system
  • It is the primary carrier of phosphorus compounds
  • It converts phosphorus into a gaseous form for easy transfer
  • It does not play a significant role due to the physical state of phosphorus compounds (correct)
  • What is the primary form in which plants assimilate phosphorus?

  • Phosphate (correct)
  • Phosphorus vapor
  • Phosphine gas
  • Organic phosphorus compounds
  • Why does phosphorus gradually become less available to plants over thousands of years on land?

  • It is consumed by animals at a rapid rate
  • It reacts with water to form insoluble compounds
  • It becomes locked in sedimentary rocks (correct)
  • It evaporates into the atmosphere
  • What are the key functions of phosphorus in living organisms?

    <p>Component of DNA, RNA, and ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way is phosphorus a key component in animals?

    <p>Key component of bones and teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of global evaporation in the water cycle?

    <p>Oceans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physical process in the water cycle involves the change of water from vapor to liquid?

    <p>Condensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of the ocean in the water cycle?

    <p>Source of global evaporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of water is not mentioned as a major reservoir in the water cycle?

    <p>Groundwater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical process in the water cycle involves the movement of water from the surface to the subsurface?

    <p>Infiltration</p> Signup and view all the answers

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