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, oceans, and living organisms.

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What is produced through respiration?

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Carbon dioxide is produced through respiration.

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What is limestone?

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Limestone is a sedimentary rock that is part of the geosphere.

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Which process is NOT part of the geological carbon cycle?

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Photosynthesis is NOT part of the geological carbon cycle.

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What drives the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is driven by the Sun and heat from Earth's interior.

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What is combustion?

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Combustion is the rapid chemical combination of a substance with oxygen, producing heat, light, and carbon dioxide.

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What role do plants play in the carbon cycle?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis, converting it into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the significance of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

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Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that helps regulate Earth's temperature.

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How does carbon enter the soil?

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Carbon enters the soil as dead plant matter decomposes.

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What is the role of oceans in the carbon cycle?

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Oceans absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it in water and marine organisms.