The Carbon Cycle
6th GradeScience45 min
Learning Objective
I can describe how carbon moves through the environment.
Lesson Flow
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The Carbon Cycle
BioMan Biology
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The carbon cycle is important because carbon is needed to make all organic molecules, including carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
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Photosynthesis removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, while respiration, decomposition, and combustion return carbon to the atmosphere.
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Carbon can be stored long-term as fossil fuels, but burning them releases CO₂ into the atmosphere, which can impact Earth's climate.
Practice
10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe one way that carbon moves from the atmosphere to living things and one way that carbon gets returned to the atmosphere.”
Teacher Guide
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