Question

how is carbon recycled through the processes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration?
a animals convert carbon dioxide into glucose during cellular respiration, and plants release carbon dioxide back into the atmosphere during photosynthesis
b both plants and animals convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, which is then used by other organisms
c plants convert carbon dioxide into glucose during photosynthesis, and animals release carbon dioxide back into the atmosphere during cellular respiration
d plants take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen, while animals take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide

Answer 1

The correct answer is **c**: plants convert carbon dioxide into glucose during photosynthesis, and animals release carbon dioxide back into the atmosphere during cellular respiration.

In this process:
- During photosynthesis, plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.
- During cellular respiration, animals (and plants as well) consume glucose and oxygen to produce energy, releasing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts. This creates a cycle where carbon is continuously recycled between plants and animals.