Carbon Cycle

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What process converts carbon in the form of sugar into carbon dioxide gas?

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Respiration is the process that converts carbon in the form of sugar into carbon dioxide gas.

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Is all of the carbon in existence continually recycled in the carbon cycle?

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True. All carbon is recycled in the carbon cycle.

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If there is a fire in a forest, what will be less in the environment?

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Oxygen will be less in the environment after a fire.

Front

What element is the sixth element on the periodic table?

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Carbon is the sixth element on the periodic table.

Front

Can carbon molecules be created or destroyed?

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False. Carbon molecules cannot be created or destroyed; they are recycled.

Front

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

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The primary source of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is respiration and combustion.

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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 photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert carbon dioxide and sunlight into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the significance of decomposers in the carbon cycle?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning carbon to the soil and atmosphere.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth due to trapped greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide.