In the Carbon Cycle

question 5

Multiple Choice

In the carbon cycle,

• A) photosynthesis always balances respiration.
• B) CO₂ enters the ocean primarily by photosynthesis.
• C) CO₂ in the ocean forms a weak acid.
• D) carbon enters the food chain in the form of CO₃^-2.
• E) none of the above

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