8.SCI.11.C
Describe the carbon cycle.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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carbon cycle
Skills
- describe (the carbon cycle) #dok2
- explain (the processes involved in the carbon cycle) #dok2
- illustrate (the movement of carbon through various Earth systems) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can describe the carbon cycle and identify its main stages. #dok2
- I can explain how carbon moves among the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere. #dok2
- I can illustrate the movement of carbon through Earth's systems using a diagram or model. #dok3
- I can analyze the role of photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and combustion in the carbon cycle. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The carbon cycle demonstrates how carbon is exchanged among Earth's systems and is essential for life.
- Understanding the carbon cycle helps explain how natural processes and human activities impact global climate.
Essential Questions
- What is the carbon cycle and why is it important to life on Earth?
- How does carbon move between the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere?
- What biological and physical processes contribute to movement of carbon in the carbon cycle?
- How do changes in the carbon cycle, both natural and human-caused, affect the Earth's climate?
- In what ways can understanding the carbon cycle help us develop solutions to environmental challenges?