Question

This model of the carbon cycle shows the continuous movement of carbon atoms between the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere. Some processes store carbon while others release it. Evaluate the processes shown in the carbon cycle. Which process REMOVES carbon from the atmosphere?
Responses
A combustioncombustion
B decompositiondecomposition
C photosynthesisphotosynthesis
D cellular respiration

Answer 1

C — photosynthesis. Plants and other photosynthetic organisms take CO2 out of the atmosphere and incorporate the carbon into organic molecules (sugars), removing atmospheric carbon.