The rate of nitrogen recycling is slowest when the nitrogen is located in which global pool?
A) Terrestrial soils
B) Marine biomass
C) Terrestrial plant biomass
D) Benthic sediments and rocks
E) Nitrogen dissolved in ocean water

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Benthic sediments and rocks have the slowest rate of nitrogen recycling because the nitrogen is not easily accessible and the processes involved in breaking down the organic matter are slow. This results in a buildup of nitrogen in these pools, which can limit the availability of nitrogen for other organisms.

The Rate of Nitrogen Recycling Is Slowest When the Nitrogen