What are two crucial functions of the carbon cycle?

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Group of answer choices

prevents carbon dioxide from entering atmosphere and dissolves fossil fuels.

prevents bicarbonates formation and slows photosynthesis.

provides fossil fuels and recycles carbon dioxide

keeps carbon dioxide from escaping atmosphere and slows diffusion.

Answer 1

The two crucial functions of the carbon cycle from the given choices are:

provides fossil fuels and recycles carbon dioxide

This choice highlights the role of the carbon cycle in the formation of fossil fuels over geological time through the accumulation of organic matter, as well as its role in recycling carbon dioxide through processes like photosynthesis and respiration.