Phosphorus is found widely in nature and is an essential nutrient in the diet for all living things. It plays an important role in energy metabolism in the body and is a major component of bones and teeth. In the United States, the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for phosphorus is 0.700 g per day for all adults over the age of 18. 8 oz of milk contains 0.200 g of phosphorus. How many atoms of phosphorus are in 8 oz of milk?

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