Understanding the Carbon Cycle

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Carbon cycle definition

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of carbon among atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere

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Photosynthesis equation

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latex="6CO_2 + 6H_2O \rightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2">

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Respiration process

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Main carbon sources

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fuels, respiration, decomposition, volcanic eruptions

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Importance of carbon cycle

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Earth's climate and supports life

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Photosynthesis role in carbon cycle

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Respiration’s effect on carbon cycle

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Decomposition in carbon cycle

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down dead matter, releases carbon to soil and air

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Oceans as carbon sinks

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Human impact on carbon cycle

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