Question

Highest majority of carbon transferred from plants and animals to the soil a. the decay of dead organisms releases some carbon atoms from their bodies into the soil B. carbon atoms from plant and animals waste dissolve into the soil c. the decay of dead organisms releases carbon dioxide from their bodies into the soil d. carbon dioxide from plants and animal respiration dissolves into the soil

Answer 1

The correct answer is a. the decay of dead organisms releases some carbon atoms from their bodies into the soil.

This process, known as decomposition, involves microorganisms breaking down dead plants and animals, which releases carbon into the soil in the form of organic matter. This organic matter can then be used by plants and contributes to the soil carbon pool.