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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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Processes that release carbon into the atmosphere include all but one
Options
A respiration
B photosynthesis
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C combustion
D volcanic eruptions
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Photosynthesis removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and fixes it into organic compounds. Respiration, combustion (burning of organic matter), and volcanic eruptions all release carbon (as CO2) into the atmosphere.

Hint

Which process pulls CO2 out of the air, rather than adding it?

Question Info

Course: BIO 101
Topic: BIO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1246 of 2556
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