Energy and matter move through and between organisms and the physical environment in the
carbon cycle. This diagram shows part of the
carbon cycle.
The process labeled "1" on the diagram
indicates carbon moving from the deer into the
atmosphere. What is happening in this process?
F The deer breaks down sugars and releases
carbon dioxide.
G The deer converts carbon dioxide into
sugars.
H The deer decomposes and absorbs carbon,
I The deer releases energy and stores carbon.