Question

The carbon cycle is a complex series of processes through which all of the carbon atoms on Earth move through the planet's organisms, atmosphere, ocean, and solid rock.


As demonstrated by the carbon cycle, matter on Earth is generally
A.
recycled continually through the spheres of the Earth.
B.
created and destroyed by the basic life processes of organisms.
C.
released into space once it reaches the atmosphere.
D.
absorbed into the Earth's core where it can no longer be used.

Answer 1

A. recycled continually through the spheres of the Earth.

Explanation: The carbon cycle shows carbon moving between organisms, the atmosphere, oceans, and rocks repeatedly; matter is conserved and circulates through Earth's systems rather than being created/destroyed, lost to space, or permanently absorbed into the core.