Question

level 2 q2 which part of the carbon cycle occurs when plants, trees, or fossil fuels are burned? a. transpiration b. oxidation c. photosynthesis d. combustion your answer

Explanation:

• Option A: Transpiration is the process of water vapor release from plants, not related to burning carbon - based materials.
• Option B: Oxidation is a general chemical reaction involving oxygen, but the specific process of burning plants, trees, or fossil fuels in the carbon cycle is called combustion, not just oxidation.
• Option C: Photosynthesis is the process by which plants absorb carbon dioxide and convert it into organic matter using sunlight, which is the opposite of burning.
• Option D: Combustion is the process of burning, and when plants, trees, or fossil fuels are burned, it is the combustion part of the carbon cycle, releasing carbon dioxide back into the atmosphere.

Answer:

D. Combustion