ECOLOGY
ENERGY FLOW AND PRIMARY PRODUCTION
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ADP and ATP.
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Cellular membranes.
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Deoxyribonucleic and ribonucleic acids.
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All of the answers are correct
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Detailed explanation-1: -The main function of phosphorus is in the formation of bones and teeth. It plays an important role in how the body uses carbohydrates and fats. It is also needed for the body to make protein for the growth, maintenance, and repair of cells and tissues.
Detailed explanation-2: -Phosphorus is needed for the growth, maintenance, and repair of all tissues and cells, and for the production of the genetic building blocks, DNA and RNA. Phosphorus is also needed to help balance and use other vitamins and minerals, including vitamin D, iodine, magnesium, and zinc.
Detailed explanation-3: -Microorganisms produce acids that form soluble phosphate from insoluble phosphorus compounds. The phosphates are utilized by algae and terrestrial green plants, which in turn pass into the bodies of animal consumers.
Detailed explanation-4: -Phosphorus is a building block of all living cells. It is part of the structure of DNA. Cells use it to make membranes and many other molecules used in metabolism.