Trees keep absorbing carbon long after they stop growing
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Trees keep absorbing carbon long after they stop growing
Oak trees keep absorbing carbon dioxide long after their annual growth has ended, revealing that photosynthesis and wood production are not as closely linked as scientists once believed. The finding could reshape forecasts of how much carbon forests will be able to store in a warmer future.
Recent research has revealed that oak trees retain the ability to absorb carbon dioxide even after their annual growth has ceased. The study, published in the journal Science Advances, challenges the notion that photosynthesis and tree growth are closely linked. The researchers found that oak trees continue to photosynthesize for months after growth stops. This finding suggests that forests may store less carbon in wood than current climate mode…
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