Question: With reference to phosphorus cycling, consider the following statements
- The natural reservoir of phosphorus is atmosphere, which contains phosphorus in the form of phosphates.
- Herbivores and other animals obtain phosphorus from plants.
- Unlike carbon cycle, there is no respiratory release of phosphorus into atmosphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A) 1 and 2
B) 2 and 3
C) 1 and 3
D) 1, 2, 3
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
- Herbivores and other animals obtain phosphorus from plants. There is no respiratory release of phosphorus into atmosphere.