Question

Bacteria add carbon to the carbon cycle by(1 point) Responses being consumed by larger organisms, such as plankton. being consumed by larger organisms, such as plankton. decomposing dead organisms. decomposing dead organisms. performing photosynthesis. performing photosynthesis. exchanging carbon dioxide and oxygen gases.

Answer 1

Bacteria add carbon to the carbon cycle by **decomposing dead organisms**. This process breaks down organic matter and releases carbon back into the atmosphere or the soil, contributing to the overall carbon cycle.