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(car-bon-cy-cle) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. the series of processes by which carbon compounds are interconverted in the environment.

Example Sentence

Photosynthesis is one of the processes that is part of the carbon cycle.

More Example Sentences

Carbon cycles through the earth and atmosphere.

Synonyms

carbon flow; carbon movement; carbon process

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