Carbon Cycle and Climate

• 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.

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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