The Return of Carbon Dioxide to the Atmosphere and Nitrogen

question 30

Multiple Choice

The return of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere and nitrogen to the soil is due to the action of

• A) viruses and plants.
• B) bacteria and viruses.
• C) fungi and bacteria.
• D) fungi and viruses.
• E) plants and bacteria.

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