Biology

The correct answer is: A.Phosphorus

Phosphorus is released by the weathering of rocks. It is found in minerals as phosphate (PO₄³⁻), and when rocks containing phosphorus are broken down through weathering, these phosphates are released into the soil and water, where they can be taken up by plants and other organisms.

Breakdown of the other elements:

B.Carbon: Carbon is primarily cycled through processes like respiration, photosy...