Carbon Cycle

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.

Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

Respiration contributes carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.

They can become fossil fuels.

Glucose is the primary molecule broken down during cellular respiration.

The main products of cellular respiration are ATP (energy), carbon dioxide, and water.

Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis to produce food (glucose) and release oxygen.

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

Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient organisms, which can be burned for energy, releasing carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

Volcanoes release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere during eruptions, contributing to the carbon cycle.