At Which Point in a Biogeochemical Pathway Are Elements Unavailable

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Multiple Choice

At which point in a biogeochemical pathway are elements unavailable to plants?

• A) when the element is located in a reservoir
• B) when the element is located in the exchange pool
• C) when the element is dissolved in water
• D) when the element is located in the soil
• E) when the element is located in the atmosphere

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