Carbon Cycle Flashcards
0
Q
How do bacteria and fungi release CO2 into the atmosphere?
A
Respiration
1
Q
How is carbon used by plants?
A
To make carbohydrate/protein/fat
2
Q
What process causes incomplete decay or fossilisation to release CO2 into the atmosphere?
A
Combustion
3
Q
What do microorganisms need in order to decay?
A
Warm, moisture and nutrients