the phosphorus cycle Flashcards
1
Q
why is phosphorus important?
A
phosphorus is essential in the production of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), ATP and phospholipid.
2
Q
explain the mycorrhizal relationship.
A
the relationship between the root of the plant and the fungus, mycorrhiza is mutualistic. The fungus is able to convert the phosphorus in the soil into phosphates which the plants can use. animals can obtain these phosphates by eating the plants.
3
Q
how is phosphate released?
A
phosphate is released when substances containing it such as rocks are eroded by abiotic factors such as wind and water.
