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Describe the path of a phosphorous atom through four parts of the phosphorous cycle. Be sure to explain the processes involved in the transfers. Note when a form of phosphorous is available to plants. (Will mark brainliest)

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Answer: One of the ways the path of a phosphorous atom starts is in a rock containing phosphate. The rock weathers, so that a phosphate ion enters the soil. A plant takes up the phosphate ion and incorporates it into a DNA molecule in a pollen grain. The grain falls back to the ground and decomposes, converting the atom back into phosphate through mineralization. The phosphate ion then leaches into the groundwater, leaving the soil.

Explanation: Plato/ Edmentum

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Phosphorus moves in a cycle through rocks, water, soil and sediments, and organisms. Over time, rain and weathering cause rocks to release phosphate ions and other minerals.

This inorganic phosphate is then distributed in soils and water. Plants take up inorganic phosphate from the soil.

How does phosphorus enter the phosphorus cycle?

Phosphorus enters the atmosphere from volcanic aerosols. As this aerosol precipitates on earth, it enters terrestrial food webs. Some of the phosphorus from terrestrial food webs dissolves in streams and lakes, and the remainder enters the soil. Another source of phosphorus is fertilizers.

Learn more about phosphorus here: brainly.com/question/18327718

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