Carbon

usgb/ˈkɑːrbən/
noun

A chemical element that is essential for all life, commonly found in coal, oil, and gas.

Carbon is a very important element and is found in every living organism.
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Often appears as...

  • carbon dioxide
  • carbon footprint

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Essential for Life

Emphasize carbon's role in the biological makeup of living organisms.

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Humans are carbon-based life forms.
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Common Compounds

Note that carbon combines with other elements to form common substances like CO2.

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.
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