Discovering the Carbon Cycle

🌍 The carbon cycle involves the circulation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, its absorption by plants through photosynthesis, and its release back into the atmosphere through respiration and combustion.

🌿 Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert carbon dioxide and water into sugar, using light energy from the sun and chloroplasts.

🍃 The carbon cycle is a vital component of the interconnection between the living and non-living world, where carbon enters the living world primarily through photosynthesis.

💡 Plants use sunlight to combine carbon dioxide and water into sugar, releasing oxygen in the process.

💭 Plants convert sugar into carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, which are then consumed by herbivores.

🔄 The cycle continues as decomposers break down the remains, releasing carbon dioxide back into the environment.

🌎 Burning fuels like coal and oil releases carbon dioxide into the air, contributing to global warming.

🌿 Fuels were formed from the decay of plants and animals in prehistoric times.

🔥 The alarming rate at which fuels are being burned is causing the carbon dioxide content of the air to increase.