In the phosphorus cycle, what is the primary reservoir for phosphorus?
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Correct answer: Sedimentary rock
Unlike the carbon and nitrogen cycles, the phosphorus cycle does not involve a significant gaseous phase in the atmosphere. Phosphorus is mainly released from rocks through weathering and erosion.
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