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Topic Content:
- Processes that Remove Carbon from the Atmosphere
- Processes that Release Carbon (in the form of CO2) into the Atmosphere
- Importance of Carbon Cycle
The carbon cycle involves a series of processes that contribute to the circulation of carbon in nature.
A. Processes that Remove Carbon from the Atmosphere:
Carbon is removed from the atmosphere in the form of carbon dioxide through:
PhotosynthesisPhotosynthesis is the process by which green plants, and some algae and bacteria, convert the energy of sunlight into chemical energy. This energy is then used to synthesize carbohydrates such as... More: During photosynthesis, green plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and use it to manufacture carbohydrates. Animals feed on green plants, and the carbon compounds become part of the bodies of these animals. The carbon compounds are preserved in the form of coals, natural gas, and oil.
B. Processes that Release Carbon (in the form of CO2) into the Atmosphere:
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