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. It involves processes like photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and combustion.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, which have been buried and subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years. Examples include coal, oil, and natural gas.

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How long does it take for once-living matter to transform into fossil fuels?

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It takes millions of years for once-living matter to transform into fossil fuels.

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What happens to organisms that die in the ocean?

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Organisms that die in the ocean may sink to the bottom and over time can form limestone rock.

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What gas is released when fossil fuels are burned?

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Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere.

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What do ocean coral and oysters use carbon for?

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Ocean coral and oysters use carbon to create shells.

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What is combustion?

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Combustion is the process of burning something, typically involving the reaction of a substance with oxygen to produce heat and light.

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What role do plants play in the Carbon Cycle?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis, using it to produce oxygen and glucose.

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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 traps heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming and climate change.

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How does deforestation affect the Carbon Cycle?

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Deforestation reduces the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide, leading to increased levels of CO2 in the atmosphere.

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