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The Cycles of Matter

Question 2 • Environmental Science (2025-2026)

Photolysis is a part of which cycle?

Answer
A
phosphorus
B
oxygen
C
nitrogen
D
carbon

Explanation

Photolysis is the splitting of a molecule by light. In the oxygen cycle, sunlight can split water molecules in the atmosphere, releasing oxygen atoms that contribute to atmospheric oxygen. Therefore, the correct choice is oxygen.

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