Which Organisms Form the Foundation of the Carbon Cycle

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which organisms form the foundation of the carbon cycle?

• A) anaerobic chemolithotrophs
• B) chemoheterotrophs
• C) chemoorganotrophs
• D) phototrophs

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