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Phosphorus in rock occurs primarily in what form?

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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
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Phosphorus moves in a cycle through rocks, water, soil and sediments and organisms.
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