Carbon Cycle

Front

What is the carbon cycle?

Back

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

Front

Where can carbon be found?

Back

Carbon can be found in the atmosphere, soil, fossil fuels, and living organisms.

Front

What happens to organisms that do not decompose?

Back

Organisms that do not decompose can be buried and become fossil fuels over time.

Front

Which process removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere?

Back

Tree farms and photosynthesis by plants remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Front

What is released into the atmosphere when humans burn fossil fuels?

Back

When humans burn fossil fuels, carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere.

Front

How does carbon move through food chains?

Back

Carbon moves through food chains when animals eat plants and other animals, transferring carbon from one organism to another.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

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

Front

What is cellular respiration?

Back

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

Front

What role do decomposers play in the carbon cycle?

Back

Decomposers break down dead organisms, returning carbon to the soil and atmosphere, thus completing the carbon cycle.

Front

What are fossil fuels?

Back

Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, containing stored carbon that can be burned for energy.