They would most likely also become extinct, since they require them to "Fix the nitrogen" during photosynthesis, they have a "You need me, I need you" kind of thing. One can't live without the other.
The statement given is the function of RNA.There are three types RNA. Messenger RNA (mRNA) molecules carry the coding sequences for protein synthesis. Rribosomal RNA (rRNA) molecules form the ribosomes, ribosomes are the site of protein synthesis. Transfer RNA (tRNA) molecules carry amino acids and add to the chain of amino acids to form polypeptide chain or protein molecule.
Energy in ecosystems must be continuously supplied by the sun as the warmth from the sun allows plants to grow plus photosynthesis depends on the sun's energy also. Animals also depend on the sun for warmth to survive (or else hibernate). Also, the sun powers the water cycle, the carbon cycle and the nitrogen cycle