Phosphorus Cycle

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What is NOT a part of the phosphorus cycle?

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Atmospheric phosphate

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SC.HS.8.3

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What brings phosphorous into our waterways?

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runoff

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SC.HS.8.3

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What is released by the weathering of rocks?

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Phosphorus

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SC.HS.8.3

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Which of the following statements is true of the phosphorus cycle?

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The phosphorus cycle utilizes the processes of erosion, and weathering.

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SC.HS.8.3

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What role do decomposers play in the phosphorous cycle?

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return phosphorous into the soil

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SC.HS.8.3

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True or False: Phosphorus cycles through the biosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere.

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False

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SC.HS.8.3

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Major reservoir of phosphorus in the environment? Options: Sedimentary rocks, Ocean water, Atmosphere, Living organisms

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Sedimentary rocks

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What is the primary way phosphorus returns from living organisms to the soil?

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Decomposition

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True or False: Phosphorus is commonly found as a gas in the atmosphere.

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False

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Which human activity most significantly increases phosphorus levels in aquatic ecosystems?

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Use of fertilizers in agriculture