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in three to five sentences describe how the diagram of earths carbon cycle

Transcribed Image Text:**Atmosphere Unit Test**
**In three to five sentences, describe how the diagram of Earth's carbon cycle demonstrates the interactions among the biosphere (plants), the lithosphere (ground), the atmosphere (air), and the hydrosphere (water).**
**Diagram Explanation:**
The image displays a diagram titled "Carbon Cycle," which illustrates the movement of carbon among different spheres of Earth. Key components illustrated include:
- **Photosynthesis:** Plants (biosphere) absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere and convert it into organic carbon.
- **Respiration:** Both plant respiration and animal respiration release CO2 back into the atmosphere.
- **Decomposition:** Decaying organisms in the soil (lithosphere) release organic carbon.
- **Factory and Vehicle Emissions:** Human activities release CO2 into the atmosphere.
- **Ocean Uptake:** The ocean (hydrosphere) absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere and exchanges gases with it.
The movement of carbon between these components represents the interaction among the biosphere, lithosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere, highlighting the interconnected nature of Earth's carbon cycle.
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