Describe the role of photosynthesis and respiration in the carbon cycle.

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(N/A) Photosynthesis:
$1$. $CO_{2}$ is absorbed from the atmosphere and incorporated into organic compounds by plants.
$2$. It converts $CO_{2}$ and water into glucose $(C_{6}H_{12}O_{6})$ using solar energy.
Respiration:
$1$. Living organisms break down glucose through cellular respiration to obtain energy.
$2$. This process releases $CO_{2}$ back into the atmosphere as a byproduct,completing the carbon cycle.

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