WAEC Biology 2015 Question 21

Question 21

Nutrient Cycling

Which of the following processes removes carbon (IV) oxide from the atmosphere?

  1. A.Burning fuel
  2. B.Putrefaction
  3. C.Photosynthesis
  4. D.Respiration in plants.
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Answer: C (Photosynthesis)

Explanation

Green plants take in carbon (IV) oxide and use it to make sugar during photosynthesis. Burning, decay and respiration all release carbon (IV) oxide.