If All of the Fungi on Earth Ceased to Exist

Question

If all of the fungi on Earth ceased to exist, what would happen to the local carbon cycle?
A)Because fungi are photosynthetic, less CO2would be removed from the atmosphere.
B)Because fungi are decomposers, less CO2would be released back into the atmosphere.
C)Because fungi are photosynthetic, more CO2would be removed from the atmosphere.
D)Because fungi are decomposers, more CO2would be released back into the atmosphere.

Accepted Answer

Fungi play a crucial role in the carbon cycle as decomposers, breaking down dead organic material and releasing carbon dioxide (CO2) back into the atmosphere. Without fungi, this process would be significantly hindered, leading to less CO2 being released.