Very often, carbon is absorbed by more than one reservoir. For example, carbon released in the smoke from industrial pollution is initially absorbed by the atmosphere, but also by the oceans eventually. In this activity, identify the first reservoir of carbon absorption for the given activities and processes. Drag the appropriate items to their respective bins. If you feel that an item is applicable to more than one bin, sort it into the most appropriate bin.
1. driving a car
2. respiration by marine animals
3. photosynthesis
4. eating vegetables
5. forest fire
6. fossil fuel formation
Atmosphere Hydrosphere Biosphere Lithosphere