Carbon Cycle

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the reservoir of carbon that contains all life on Earth, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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Are some greenhouse gases naturally present in the Earth's atmosphere?

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True

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What is the main greenhouse gas discussed in relation to climate change?

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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is the main greenhouse gas discussed.

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What gas do animals release that plants depend on for survival?

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Animals release carbon dioxide, which plants use for photosynthesis.

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Are all greenhouse gases harmful?

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False, not all greenhouse gases are harmful; some are essential for life.

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What process do plants use to convert carbon dioxide into oxygen?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert carbon dioxide into oxygen.

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What role do oceans play in the carbon cycle?

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Oceans act as a carbon sink, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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Name a human activity that increases carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.

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Burning fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, increases carbon dioxide levels.

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What is carbon sequestration?

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Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide to mitigate climate change.