Question

carbon cycle
examine the model of the carbon cycle. carbon is transferred from one biotic component, the cow, to a second biotic component, the decomposers. using the model, select the one method that carbon is not transferred from animals to decomposers.
in scraps of discarded food.
in dead carcasses.
as carbon dioxide.
as waste.
sunlight
photosynthesis by producers
co2 in the atmosphere
plant respiration
animal respiration
carbon fixation by consumers
fossil fuel combustion
decomposition

Explanation:

Carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere from animal respiration, not directly transferred to decomposers. Scraps of discarded food, dead carcasses, and waste from animals all contain carbon that can be transferred to decomposers.

Answer:

as carbon dioxide