Carbon Cycle Basics Review

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What are the outputs of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and glucose.

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How does the human body return carbon to the atmosphere in the carbon cycle?

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Through cellular respiration.

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In the carbon cycle, animals can release carbon back into the cycle through __________ or through __________.

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respiration and decomposition.

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What are the inputs of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide, sunlight, and water.

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If the plant population decreased, the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere would _________.

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Increase.

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What is the carbon cycle?

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The process by which carbon is exchanged among the atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms.

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What role do plants play in the carbon cycle?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis and release oxygen.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, releasing carbon dioxide as a byproduct.

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What is decomposition in the carbon cycle?

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The breakdown of dead organic matter, releasing carbon back into the atmosphere.

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How do fossil fuels relate to the carbon cycle?

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Fossil fuels store carbon that is released into the atmosphere when burned.