Earth and Space Test#1 2024 Yr 10 Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 organic compounds that contain carbon
A
Methane, Ethane and Propane
2
Q
Write a balenced word equatiom for photosynthesis
A
Carbon dioxide + water +sunlight -> oxygen and glucose
3
Q
What are four ways that carbon enters the atomspere
A
Burning fossil fuels, changing landscape, using limestone to make concrete
4
Q
What is a carbon sink and give an example
A
a forest, ocean, or other natural environment viewed in terms of its ability to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Eg. The ocean
5
Q
What is sedimintaion
A
the process of separating small particles and sediments in water
6
Q
What are the 4 main greenhouse gases?
A
Water vapour, Carbon dioxide, Methane, Nitrous Oxide
