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The Chemistry of Life — Test

Question 10 • CMS 2026-2027 Biology CREDIT RECOVERY

Which statement best describes the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

Answer
A
Photosynthesis releases carbon into the atmosphere, and cellular respiration removes carbon from the atmosphere.
B
Photosynthesis is part of the carbon cycle, and cellular respiration is not.
C
Photosynthesis removes carbon from the atmosphere, and cellular respiration releases carbon back into the atmosphere.
D
Only plants perform photosynthesis, and only animals perform cellular respiration.

Explanation

During photosynthesis, organisms take in carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and use its carbon to make sugars, so photosynthesis removes carbon from the air. During cellular respiration, organisms break down sugars and release carbon dioxide, returning carbon to the atmosphere. Therefore, the best statement is that photosynthesis removes carbon from the atmosphere and cellular respiration releases it back.

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