Carbon Cycle

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What process do plants use to convert carbon dioxide into glucose?

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Photosynthesis

Front

What gas do animals inhale during respiration?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What gas do animals exhale during respiration?

Back

Carbon dioxide

Front

Is it true that all carbon in existence is recycled in the carbon cycle?

Back

True

Front

What is combustion?

Back

Combustion is the process of burning.

Front

What do plants need to perform photosynthesis?

Back

Plants need sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to perform photosynthesis.

Front

What role do decomposers play in the carbon cycle?

Back

Decomposers break down dead organic matter, releasing carbon back into the atmosphere.

Front

What is the primary source of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

Back

The primary source of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is the burning of fossil fuels.

Front

How do human activities impact the carbon cycle?

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Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, increase carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.

Front

What is the significance of the carbon cycle for ecosystems?

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The carbon cycle is essential for maintaining the balance of carbon in ecosystems, supporting life.