Lesson 5: Carbon in the Oceans Flashcards
Unit 1
1
Q
Reservoirs
A
Things that temporarily store matter
2
Q
Sources
A
Processes that move matter around between reservoirs
3
Q
Sinks
A
Reservoirs that store more matter than they give off
4
Q
Photosynthesis
A
Removes carbon from the atmosphere and stores it in plant life
5
Q
Respiration
A
Returns carbon dioxide to the atmosphere as plants and animals break down glucose to use for energy
