Q.

The source of oxygen in atmosphere is due to –

A. Photosynthesis
B. Excretion
C. Nitrogen fixation
D. Respiration
Answer» A. Photosynthesis
Explanation: The main source of atmospheric free oxygen is photosynthesis, which produces sugars and free oxygen from carbon dioxide and water. The organ-isms that carry out photosynthesis include the plant life of the land areas as well as the phytoplankton of the oceans. 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy —> C6H12O6 + 6O2
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