Chapter 38, Problem 8WIO

Summary Introduction

To determine:

Among water molecule, carbon atom, nitrogen atom and phosphorus atom which atom is most likely to remain near the animal.

Concept introduction:

Abiotic reservoir means different cycles which occur in the ecosystem to provide nutrients to organisms. There are various types of abiotic reservoirs present in the ecosystem such as carbon cycle, nitrogen cycle and phosphorus cycle. These cycles plays important roles in providing essential nutrients to organisms.