Carbon Cycle

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What is the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is the process by which carbon is exchanged between the Earth's atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms. It involves processes like photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and combustion.

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What process converts carbon in the form of sugar into carbon dioxide gas?

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Cellular respiration.

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What happens to atmospheric carbon levels if the plant population decreases?

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The amount of carbon in the atmosphere would increase.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which organisms convert glucose and oxygen into energy, producing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.

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What are the Earth's spheres involved in the carbon cycle?

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1- Atmosphere, 2- Biosphere, 3- Lithosphere, 4- Hydrosphere.

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Which process removes carbon from the atmosphere?

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Photosynthesis.

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What role do decomposers play in the carbon cycle?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning carbon to the soil and atmosphere.

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How does combustion affect carbon levels in the atmosphere?

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Combustion releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, increasing carbon levels.

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What is the significance of the lithosphere in the carbon cycle?

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The lithosphere stores carbon in rocks and fossil fuels, which can be released through geological processes.

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