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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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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Which process contributes carbon dioxide to the atmosphere?

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Respiration contributes carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.

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What do organisms that do not decompose become when buried?

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They can become fossil fuels.

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What is the primary molecule broken down during cellular respiration to form ATP?

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Glucose is the primary molecule broken down during cellular respiration.

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What are the main products of cellular respiration?

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The main products of cellular respiration are ATP (energy), carbon dioxide, and water.

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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 to produce food (glucose) and release oxygen.

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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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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient organisms, which can be burned for energy, releasing carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

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How do volcanoes contribute to the carbon cycle?

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Volcanoes release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere during eruptions, contributing to the carbon cycle.