AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
Which pair correctly matches a cycle to its major reservoir?
A.Phosphorus — rocks and sediment
B.Nitrogen — rocks
C.Water — the atmosphere
D.Carbon — the atmosphere only
Explanation
Core Concept
Phosphorus's reservoir is geologic; carbon's is rocks/ocean, nitrogen's is the atmosphere, and water's is the ocean.
Correct Answer
APhosphorus — rocks and sediment
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