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Summary of the Carbon Cycle:
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Carbon Sources: Carbon exists in various forms—organic matter, fossil fuels, ocean water, and the atmosphere (as CO₂).
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Photosynthesis: Plants absorb CO₂ from the atmosphere to produce glucose and oxygen.
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Respiration: Organisms release CO₂ back into the atmosphere when they break down glucose for energy.
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Decomposition: When organisms die, decomposers break down their remains, releasing carbon back into the soil or atmosphere.
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Combustion: Burning fossil fuels releases stored carbon into the atmosphere as CO₂.
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Ocean Absorption: Oceans absorb CO₂ from the atmosphere, helping regulate atmospheric levels.
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Geological Processes: Over long periods, carbon can be stored in sedimentary rocks and fossil fuels.
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