The carbon cycle affects the atmosphere, land and oceans

Question 1

How does the carbon cycle affect the atmosphere?

Answer 1

enhanced green house effect

Question 2

How does the carbon cycle affect the land?

Answer 2

allows plants to grow (Photosynthesise, decompose and respire)

warmer temps = permafrost melting = global warming

warmer temps = Increase frequency of wildfires

Question 3

How does the carbon cycle affect the ocean?

Answer 3

CO2 dissolved in oceans

CO2 used by phytoplankton = during photosynthesis

CO2 used for calcium carbonate animal shells

global temps = phytoplankton struggle to survive