What happens to the phosphates when plants and animal die?

Answer 1

When organic life dies, phosphorus will either go back into the dirt or water as the organic matter decays. It cycles through plants and animals much faster than it does through rocks and other non organic materials.

Answer 2

When organic life dies, phosphorus will either go back into the dirt or water as the organic matter decays. It cycles through plants and animals much faster than it does through rocks and other non organic materials.

Answer 3

Phosphates are returned to the water when plants and animals die.

Answer 4

When organic life dies, phosphorus will either go back into the dirt or water as the organic matter decays. It cycles through plants and animals much faster than it does through rocks and other non organic materials.