The recovery of the ozone layer reduces UV radiation over Antarctica. A field trial on Ardley Island now shows an unexpected side effect. In case of artificially reduced UV radiation by 20 or 50 percent, the tundra absorbed significantly less carbon dioxide. Depending on the location, weaker photosynthesis or stronger ecosystem respiration took effect. Beijing (China). The stratospheric ozone layer holds a large part [...] The article Antarctic …
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The recovery of the ozone layer reduces UV radiation over Antarctica. A field trial on Ardley Island now shows an unexpected side effect. In case of artificially reduced UV radiation by 20 or 50 percent, the tundra absorbed significantly less carbon dioxide. Depending on the location, weaker photosynthesis or stronger ecosystem respiration took effect. Beijing (China). The stratospheric ozone layer holds a large part [...] The article Antarctic …