Is all of Earth’s carbon dioxide supply constantly being used by organisms?(1 point)

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Responses

Yes, and it briefly passes through the atmosphere as it cycles between organisms.
Yes, and it briefly passes through the atmosphere as it cycles between organisms.

Yes, and it is used up as soon as it is formed.
Yes, and it is used up as soon as it is formed.

No, some is stored in Earth’s carbon sinks, such as the oceans.
No, some is stored in Earth’s carbon sinks, such as the oceans.

No, some is stored in Earth’s only carbon sink, the atmosphere.
No, some is stored in Earth’s only carbon sink, the atmosphere.............................

Answer 1

The correct response is:

No, some is stored in Earth’s carbon sinks, such as the oceans.

While carbon dioxide is utilized by organisms in processes like photosynthesis and respiration, a significant portion of Earth's carbon dioxide is stored in carbon sinks, including the oceans, forests, and soil. These sinks play a crucial role in regulating the carbon cycle and maintaining ecological balance.