Bacteria add carbon to the carbon cycle by(1 point)

Question

Responses

exchanging carbon dioxide and oxygen gases.
exchanging carbon dioxide and oxygen gases.

decomposing dead organisms.
decomposing dead organisms.

performing photosynthesis.
performing photosynthesis.

being consumed by larger organisms, such as plankton.
being consumed by larger organisms, such as plankton.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

decomposing dead organisms.

Bacteria play a crucial role in the carbon cycle by breaking down dead organic matter through decomposition, which releases carbon back into the atmosphere in the form of carbon dioxide.