carbon cycle

define photosynthesis

where plant uses sunlight, carbon dioxide and water to make glucose and oxygen

what is the formula for photosynthesis

carbon dioxide + water —> oxygen + glucose

define decomposition

bacteria or fungi break down dead matter

define combustion

burning fossil fuels to release carbon dioxide

define feeding

animals feeding on other animals or plants

formation of fossil fuels

dead plants or animals are buried and compressed over millions of years forming coal, oil or gas.

define respiration

using glucose and oxygen to release energy

formula for respiration 

glucose + oxygen —> carbon dioxide + water. 

what are the 3 oganismss that involve I the carbon cycle

animals

plants

decomposers

what are the 4 processes that are involved in the carbon cycle

photosynthesis

respiration

combustion

decomposition

what are the 3 substances used in the carbon cycle 

carbon dioxide 

glucose 

hydrocarbons