The Phosphorus Cycle
Explore the phosphorus cycle, its slow geological processes, and its importance as a limiting nutrient in ecosystems.
Key Questions
- Explain the major reservoirs and pathways of phosphorus movement in the environment.
- Analyze the impact of human activities, such as fertilizer use, on the phosphorus cycle.
- Predict the ecological consequences of phosphorus runoff into aquatic ecosystems.
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