What happens to the CO2 emitted into the air by volcanoes? Scientists discovered it is removed through a series of chemical reactions, as discussed here. Through an animated diagram and chemical reaction equations, viewers learn about the process of the geologic carbon cycle.

Concepts

the carbon cycle, geology, weathering

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Encourage adding the diagram of the carbon cycle to science journals

Classroom Considerations

• Teachers may stream the video online or download it in either high definition or low definition in MOV or WMV formats
• Relies on prior knowledge of the water cycle, the rock cycle, and volcanic activity

Pros

• Provides a PDF transcript of the video
• Designed for AP and IB courses

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4