Photosynthesis and Carbon Cycle Lecture Notes

These flashcards cover key concepts related to photosynthesis, biomass, and the carbon cycle.

What process do plants use to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen?

Photosynthesis.

What is biomass?

The total weight of a living thing (matter).

What is the opposite process of photosynthesis that occurs all the time?

Respiration.

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

CO₂ + water → glucose + oxygen.

What are deciduous trees, and when do they typically drop their leaves?

Deciduous trees, such as oaks, drop their leaves in autumn to absorb nutrients due to less sunlight in winter.

How much carbon do humans consist of?

Around 18.5% carbon.

What type of trees retain their leaves all year round?

Evergreen trees.

What are examples of a combustion process regarding carbon?

Burning of trees.

Why do peat bogs in Ireland serve as a fuel source?

They are burned for heat.