1. WARM UPS: 1. Are things recycled in nature? 2. What types of things can be recycled naturally? 3. Have you ever heard of carbon? If so, what is it?

2. WE ARE GOING TO LOOK AT THE CARBON CYCLE TODAY!!

3. Carbon Cycle 1. Carbon is the fourth most abundant element in universe 2. Building block of all living things – all life on earth contain carbon 3. CO2 is found in all living organisms 4. Plants use carbon dioxide and water to form simple sugars (photosynthesis)

5. Word DefinitionPicture 1. Carbon cycle Circulation of carbon through ecosystems

6. Word DefinitionPicture 2. Carbon A non-metallic element found in coal, petroleum and natural gas. Major component of life.

7. Word Definition Picture 3. Photosynthesis Energy (sun)+ Water+ Carbon dioxide = Carbohydrates + Oxygen

8. Word Definition Picture 4. Cellular Respiration- Glucose+ Oxygen = CO2+ H20+ Energy (ATP)

9. Word Definition Picture 5. Decomposition breakdown of matter by bacteria and fungi

10. Word Definition Picture 6. Combustion Burning organic material (contains carbon) and releasing it to the atmosphere

11. Ecological Importance of Carbon 1. Carbon is needed for life 2. Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas 3. Carbon is necessary for life, but carbon dioxide can be harmful

12. Label the picture: Carbon in atmosphere, combustion, photosynthesis, respiration (2) decompositions (2)