Carbon is the basis for life on Earth. Plants use water, from the air, and energy from sunlight to make food. This process is called Response area. Response area eat Response area, breathe in Response area, and breathe out carbon dioxide. This is called Response area. Carbon is released into the atmosphere when plants and animals die and Response area. Carbon dioxide is also released into the air through .

Carbon is released into the atmosphere when plants and animals die and decompose. Carbon dioxide is also released into the air through respiration.