Ecology
Dictionary Definition -
the study of the relationships between living organisms and their environment

Carbon Cycles through Ecosystems

Carbon cycles through ecosystems

• Life on Earth is based on carbon compounds.

The carbon cycle includes several different processes

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Photosynthesis

• Removes carbon from the air.
• What is Photosynthesis?
  

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Eating

• Animals obtain carbon by eating plants or other animals.

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    Respiration

• Plants and animals release carbon dioxide during respiration.

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Combustion

• Carbon contained in fossil fuels and wood is released as carbon dioxide during combustion.

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Matter Cycles