Carbon Cycle #3

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the reservoir of carbon that consists of the air and gases surrounding the Earth.

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What is the lithosphere?

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The lithosphere is the reservoir of carbon made up of the ground, including soil, rocks, fossil fuels, and other geological formations.

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What has caused the average temperature of the Earth's surface to increase by approximately 1°C in the past century?

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The increase in temperature is primarily due to higher levels of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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Why is burning fossil fuels harmful?

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Burning fossil fuels is harmful because it increases the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the clearing of Earth's forests on a massive scale.

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What role do plants play in the carbon cycle?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis, helping to regulate carbon levels.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the reservoir of carbon that includes all living organisms on Earth.

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How do oceans contribute to the carbon cycle?

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Oceans absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it, playing a crucial role in regulating global carbon levels.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to an increase in Earth's temperature.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, containing high levels of carbon.