Carbon Cycle Flashcards

1
Q

What is the carbon cycle?

A

The carbon cycle is the series of processes by which carbon compounds are interconverted in the environment.

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2
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True or False: The carbon cycle is only a fast process.

A

False

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3
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What are the two main types of carbon cycles?

A

Fast cycle and slow cycle.

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4
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Fill in the blank: The fast carbon cycle primarily involves ________ and ________.

A

photosynthesis; respiration

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5
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Which process removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere in the fast cycle?

A

Photosynthesis

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6
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What is the main source of carbon in the slow carbon cycle?

A

Weathering of rocks and volcanic activity.

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7
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Multiple Choice: Which process is NOT part of the fast carbon cycle? A) Photosynthesis B) Combustion C) Sedimentation

A

C) Sedimentation

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8
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True or False: The slow carbon cycle can take thousands to millions of years.

A

True

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9
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What role do oceans play in the carbon cycle?

A

Oceans absorb and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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10
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Fill in the blank: ________ is a process that releases carbon back into the atmosphere.

A

Respiration

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11
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What is the primary human activity that impacts the carbon cycle?

A

Burning fossil fuels.

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12
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a sink for carbon? A) Trees B) Factories C) Cars

A

A) Trees

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13
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What is the significance of the carbon cycle to the Earth’s climate?

A

It regulates the levels of carbon dioxide, which affects global temperatures.

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14
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True or False: Carbon can be stored in soil for long periods of time.

A

True

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15
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What is a carbon reservoir?

A

A natural system that stores carbon, such as forests, soil, or oceans.

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16
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Fill in the blank: The process of ________ involves the conversion of organic matter into fossil fuels over millions of years.

A

diagenesis

17
Q

Which organism is primarily responsible for carbon fixation in the fast cycle?

18
Q

What happens during the process of combustion in relation to the carbon cycle?

A

It releases carbon dioxide back into the atmosphere.

19
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following contributes to the slow carbon cycle? A) Ocean currents B) Photosynthesis C) Weathering of rocks

A

C) Weathering of rocks

20
Q

True or False: Carbon is only found in living organisms.

21
Q

What is the role of decomposers in the carbon cycle?

A

They break down dead organic matter, returning carbon to the soil and atmosphere.

22
Q

Fill in the blank: The fast carbon cycle is primarily driven by ________ and ________.

A

biological processes; atmospheric interactions

23
Q

What is the impact of deforestation on the carbon cycle?

A

It reduces the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide.

24
Q

Multiple Choice: What is a potential consequence of increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere? A) Global cooling B) Climate change C) Decreased plant growth

A

B) Climate change

25
Q

What process involves the conversion of carbon dioxide into organic compounds?

A

Photosynthesis

26
Q

True or False: The carbon cycle is a closed system.