1. 1. What role do trees play in the carbon cycle?

a) They produce carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.
b) They absorb carbon dioxide and store carbon in their biomass.
c) They release carbon into the atmosphere when they decay.
d) They have no impact on the carbon cycle.

1. 2. Which of the following processes describes the uptake of carbon dioxide by plants?

a) Respiration
b) Photosynthesis
c) Decomposition
d) Transpiration

1. 3. How does deforestation impact carbon cycling?

a) It increases carbon storage in the soil.
b) It reduces the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere.
c) It decreases the amount of carbon stored in trees, releasing more carbon dioxide.
d) It has no effect on carbon cycling.

1. 4. Which of the following best describes a carbon sink?

a) A natural environment that absorbs more carbon than it releases.
b) A process that releases carbon into the atmosphere.
c) A human-made structure for storing carbon.
d) An area with low biodiversity.

1. 5. What is the primary consequence of increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere due to forest loss?

a) Decreased plant growth
b) Climate change and global warming
c) Increased biodiversity
d) Improved air quality