Question

Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the phosphorus cycle?

(1) It is sedimentary cycle

(2) Phosphates are the major form of phosphorus reservoir

(3) Phosphorus solubilising bacteria facilitate the release of phosphorus from organic remains

(4) There is appreciable respiratory release of phosphorus into atmosphere

Answer 1

Answer (4) There is appreciable respiratory release of phosphorus into atmosphere

Sol. Phosphorus cycle is sedimentary cycle. Rocks are major reservoir of phosphorus. There is no respiratory release of phosphorus into atmosphere.

Carbon is released during respiration.