1.6 Flashcards
1
Q
phosphorous
A
movement of Phosphorus atoms and molecules between sinks and reservoirs
2
Q
major reservoirs
A
rocks and sediments containing Phosphorous minerals
3
Q
Phosphorous cycle is ….
A
very slow compared to the other cycles
4
Q
no….
A
gas phase of phosphorous cycle
5
Q
plant growth…
A
in ecosystems is often limited by phosphorous availability
6
Q
Phosphorus is….
A
needed by all organisms
7
Q
Natural source of phosphorus
A
weathering rocks that contain phosphorus minerals
8
Q
synthetic sources of phosphorous
A
mining phosphate minerals and adding to products like synthetic fertilizers, detergents and cleaners.
9
Q
phosphorous is a
A
limiting nutrient
10
Q
eutrophication
A
to much nitrogen and phosphate
