How Are the Sulfur Cycle and the Phosphate Cycle Interconnected

question 19

Multiple Choice

How are the sulfur cycle and the phosphate cycle interconnected?

• A)Phosphate is the nutrient source used by sulfur oxidizers.
• B)Sulfite is the nutrient used by phosphate reducers.
• C)Sulfate and phosphate react together to produce amino acids for protein production.
• D) Phosphate is released from rock and soil by sulfuric acid.

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