The world could lose a fifth of its African elephant population in 10 years. ...
Answer: Mineralization
Explanation: Phosphorous cycle moves through the rocks, water, soil, sediments and organisms.
The weathering of rock releases phosphate ions and other minerals. Plants take up the phosphate from the soil. Phosphorous is present in the form of organic phosphate which is broken down by the help of microorganism in the form of inorganic phosphate.
This process is known as mineralization.
Here's the excerpt.
Guppies are small, tropical freshwater fish that display wide variation in coloration. Some have bright splotches of blue, red, and orange, while others are quite drab and dull. Research has shown that females prefer to mate with brightly colored males; however, this trait makes them more likely to be seen. Guppies, like all species, must be able to both sur<span>vive and reproduce in order to avoid extinction
One process that is responsible for the variations in coloration observed in guppies is that how females mate with male guppies. They prefer to mate with brightly colored males.</span>