Across
- 1. → A rainforest reptile that contributes to respiration in the carbon cycle.
- 5. → A jungle predator that completes the carbon cycle by consuming herbivores.
- 6. → A vibrant bird that relies on plants for food and shelter.
- 7. → A large tree that absorbs CO₂ through photosynthesis.
- 8. → The process by which carbon moves between the atmosphere, organisms, and Earth.
- 11. → The process where plants use sunlight, CO₂, and water to produce glucose and oxygen.
Down
- 2. → The process by which animals break down glucose to create energy, releasing CO₂ and water.
- 3. → Organisms like fungi and bacteria that break down dead material and return nutrients to the environment.
- 4. → A fast-growing plant that stores carbon and supports animals.
- 9. → A flowering plant that grows in the rainforest canopy.
- 10. → A nocturnal primate that breathes oxygen and releases CO₂.