Front

What is the carbon cycle?

Back

The carbon cycle is the process by which carbon is exchanged between the Earth's atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

Front

Is the total amount of carbon on Earth constant?

Back

True

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

Front

What do ocean coral and oysters use carbon to create?

Back

Shells

Front

How many years does it take for once-living matter to transform into fossil fuels?

Back

Millions of years

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

Front

What is combustion?

Back

Combustion is the process of burning.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-5

Front

What essential element is found in all living creatures?

Back

Carbon

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-6

Front

What is carbon dioxide?

Back

Carbon dioxide is a gas composed of one carbon atom and two oxygen atoms, essential for photosynthesis.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

Front

What role does photosynthesis play in the carbon cycle?

Back

Photosynthesis allows plants to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and convert it into glucose and oxygen.

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

Front

What are fossil fuels?

Back

Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, primarily composed of carbon.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

Front

How does carbon enter the atmosphere?

Back

Carbon enters the atmosphere through processes like respiration, combustion, and decomposition.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6