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What is photosynthesis?
What is photosynthesis?
What is respiration?
What is respiration?
Conversion of energy stored in glucose molecules into energy the cells can use
Define exchange in the context of the carbon cycle.
Define exchange in the context of the carbon cycle.
Exchange of carbon between the Earth's biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere.
What does sedimentation refer to?
What does sedimentation refer to?
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What is extraction in the carbon cycle?
What is extraction in the carbon cycle?
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What occurs during combustion?
What occurs during combustion?
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Study Notes
Photosynthesis
- Process where plants harness solar energy to transform water and carbon dioxide into sugars.
- Essential for producing glucose, which serves as food for plants and foundational energy for ecosystems.
Respiration
- Biological process converting energy stored in glucose into usable energy for cellular functions.
- Involves breaking down glucose in the presence of oxygen, releasing carbon dioxide as a byproduct.
Exchange
- Involves the transfer of carbon among Earth's spheres: biosphere (living matter), atmosphere (air), hydrosphere (water), and geosphere (earth).
- Critical for maintaining the balance of carbon in the environment and supporting various life forms.
Sedimentation
- Process where soil particles and decomposed organic material build up in layers, either on land or in water bodies.
- Plays a significant role in forming sedimentary rock, contributing to geological processes over time.
Extraction
- Refers to the ability of plants to draw carbon from the atmosphere.
- This process is vital for reducing atmospheric carbon levels and contributing to plant growth.
Combustion
- Chemical reaction where organic materials are burned in the presence of oxygen, producing carbon dioxide, water, and energy.
- Major factor in the carbon cycle, releasing carbon stored in fossil fuels and biomass back into the atmosphere.
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Explore the key concepts of the carbon cycle with these flashcards. Learn about essential processes such as photosynthesis, respiration, and the exchange of carbon among different Earth systems. Perfect for students looking to strengthen their understanding of environmental science.
