10 Questions
What is the atomic number of carbon in the periodic table?
6
What is the unique property of carbon that allows it to bond with multiple atoms?
Having 4 electrons in its outer shell
What is the next most common element found in living things after removing water?
Carbon
In what forms is carbon found in the air?
Methane and carbon dioxide
What is the importance of carbon to life?
It enables living things to bond with multiple atoms
What is the result of carbon's ability to bond with 4 other atoms?
It allows for complex structures to be built
What is the comparison made to describe carbon's bonding ability?
A Lego piece
Why is carbon essential for the survival of biotic elements?
It is the building block of life
What is the relationship between carbon and life on Earth?
Life on Earth is built of carbon
What is the significance of carbon in the biosphere?
It supports life in general
Learn about the greenhouse effect, how it contributes to climate change, and the role of carbon dioxide in the process. Understand how cellular respiration affects the environment and the impact of human activities on the atmosphere.
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