Which statement is correct about the role of animal respiration in the carbon cycle? (1 point)

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Carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere as a result of animal waste decay.
Carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere as a result of animal waste decay.

Carbon dioxide is stored inside animals’ bodies and is released after they die.
Carbon dioxide is stored inside animals’ bodies and is released after they die.

Carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere as a result of animal metabolism.
Carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere as a result of animal metabolism.

Carbon dioxide moves through animals’ bodies and is immediately released back into the air.

Answer 1

The correct statement about the role of animal respiration in the carbon cycle is:

Carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere as a result of animal metabolism.

Animal metabolism involves the process of respiration, where animals convert glucose and oxygen into energy, releasing carbon dioxide as a byproduct.