Chapter 3: Phosphorus Cycle Flashcards

1
Q

Does not include the

A

Atmosphere

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2
Q

Most phosphorus is locked up in _____ which needs to erode before cycle continues

A

Rocks

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3
Q

Limiting factor for ______ growth

A

Plant

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4
Q

Used up by ________ and moved through food web

A

Producers

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5
Q

In the water it can precipitate out of the soil and form

A

New phosphate rocks

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6
Q

Human activity

A

Fertilizer
Detergent
Mining phosphate rocks

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