Carbon Cycle and Climate
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Provided by: CK-12|Published on: April 27, 2021
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Synopsis
- In this interactive textbook lesson, students will read information, interpret data, and view videos to learn about carbon and the carbon cycle.
- The resource includes reflection questions and an interactive quiz.
Subjects: Chemistry, Earth and Space Sciences
Authors: CK-12
Region: Global
Languages: English
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Positives
- The resource explains the process of the carbon cycle clearly.
- The quiz at the end of the chapter allows students and teachers to gain immediate feedback.
- Teachers can edit the chapter and add additional resources before assigning them to the class.
- When signed in, students can access a toolbar that allows them to highlight, take notes, view summaries, and use additional resources.
Additional Prerequisites
- Students should have a basic understanding of greenhouse gases and their impact on the planet.
- Teachers and students must sign in to use some of the interactive features.
Differentiation
- Chemistry or biology classes could examine the chemical reactions outlined in this lesson and discuss the vital role carbon plays in essential processes such as photosynthesis and respiration.
- Earth science classes could discuss how carbon emissions from human activity disrupt the carbon cycle.
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