The 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 atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms.

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What is a carbon footprint?

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The total amount of greenhouse gases that are emitted into the atmosphere.

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What is combustion?

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Combustion is the process of burning, which releases carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

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Is water vapor a greenhouse gas?

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Yes, water vapor is considered a greenhouse gas.

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How does deforestation contribute to greenhouse gases?

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Deforestation contributes to greenhouse gases by reducing the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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What role do living organisms play in the carbon cycle?

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Living organisms return carbon to the atmosphere through processes like respiration and photosynthesis.

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What is respiration in the context of the carbon cycle?

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Respiration is the process by which living organisms convert oxygen and glucose into energy, releasing carbon dioxide as a byproduct.

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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 are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases.