Question

How does the process of photosynthesis contribute to the cycling of carbon in ecosystems? (1 point)
Plants take in carbon dioxide and convert it to oxygen and glucose
Plants break down carbon compounds in soil
Plants store carbon in their roots and stems
Plants release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere

Answer 1

Plants take in carbon dioxide and convert it to oxygen and glucose.

Photosynthesis fixes atmospheric CO2 into organic carbon (glucose) and releases O2, moving carbon from the atmosphere into living biomass.