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Carbon Cycle and Earth's Systems

Carbon Cycle and Earth's Systems

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Biology

8th Grade

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Brett Bastian

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the biosphere?

Back

The biosphere includes all living organisms on Earth (plants, animals, microorganisms) and their interactions with the environment. It's where photosynthesis and cellular respiration take place.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, including gases like carbon dioxide (CO₂). It plays a major role in regulating the exchange of carbon through processes like burning fossil fuels or deforestation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

Back

The hydrosphere refers to all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater. It is essential for life and affects climate and carbon dioxide concentrations in the atmosphere.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the geosphere?

Back

The geosphere encompasses Earth's solid parts, including the crust, mantle, and core. It stores carbon in the form of fossil fuels, limestone, and other carbon-rich minerals.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define chemical processes in the context of the carbon cycle.

Back

Chemical processes involve reactions that change the molecular structure of substances. In the carbon cycle, this includes photosynthesis and cellular respiration.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

Back

6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light energy → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

Back

C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + energy

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