O ciclo do carbono
Example: O ciclo do carbono regula a vida na Terra diariamente.
Definition
"O ciclo do carbono" refers to the natural process through which carbon atoms continuously move between the Earth's atmosphere, oceans, soil, and living organisms, regulating life on Earth by maintaining the balance of carbon essential for various biological and chemical functions.
Etymology
The term "o ciclo do carbono" comes from Portuguese, where "ciclo" means cycle, indicating a repeating series of events, and "carbono" means carbon, an element fundamental to life. The phrase literally translates to "the carbon cycle," describing the continuous movement of carbon through different reservoirs on Earth.
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