CFU: 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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 glucose and oxygen.
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What is combustion?
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Combustion is a chemical reaction that occurs when a substance reacts with oxygen, producing heat and light. It releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does carbon dioxide affect global temperatures?
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Increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere trap heat, leading to a rise in global temperatures, a phenomenon known as the greenhouse effect.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to carbon levels if the plant population decreases?
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If the plant population decreases, the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere would increase because fewer plants are available to absorb it.
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Which human activities contribute to increased CO2 levels?
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Activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes contribute to increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.
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What is photosynthesis?
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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.
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