Biology PYQ 356 of 399 · Ecology, Ecosystem & Biodiversity

Which of the following activities increases oxygen in the carbon cycle occurring on Earth?

  1. ARespiration
  2. BVolcanic eruption
  3. CDecay of organic matter
  4. DPhotosynthesis
  5. ENone of the above/More than one of the above

65th BPSC Prelims Re-exam 2020

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Correct answer: (d) Photosynthesis

Explanation

In photosynthesis, green plants use carbon dioxide and water and release oxygen, so it adds oxygen to the atmosphere.

Respiration, the decay of organic matter and volcanic eruptions release carbon dioxide instead.

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