How is carbon related to organic matter

I don't know if this will help but I did a little research and found this-

"A fundamental understanding of the different components of soil organic matter is required to best use it to improve farming systems. Total organic carbon forms are derived from the decomposition of plants and animals. They are capable of decay or are the product of decay..."

i have to report this, it doesn't relate to biology

answer; polycythemia is the correct answer;