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Trees play a crucial role in the carbon cycle from "summary" of The Overstory: A Novel by Richard Powers
Trees are the planet’s carbon sink. They take carbon dioxide out of the air, break it down, and lock it away in the ground. In one year, a tree can absorb a ton of carbon dioxide, the same amount that an average car emits driving six thousand miles. Trees release oxygen as a byproduct of this exchange, which humans and animals need to breathe. Carbon is the currency of life. It is the building block of all living things. It is the backbone of the world’s energy economy. The carbon cycle is the engine that drives the biosphere. Trees are the earth’s great connectors, linking the soil, the water, and the sky. They are a vital part of the intricate web of life on this planet. In the forest, every tree is connected to every other tree through an underground network of fungi. This network is like a giant brain, communicating and sharing resources between trees. Trees are not solitary beings; they are part of a vast, interconnected community. They support each other, sharing nutrients and information through their roots. When trees are cut down and burned, the carbon they have stored is released back into the atmosphere as carbon dioxide. This disrupts the delicate balance of the carbon cycle, leading to climate change. Deforestation is a major contributor to global warming, as trees are no longer able to absorb carbon dioxide from the air. The destruction of forests is a threat to all life on earth. It is essential that we protect and preserve our forests for future generations. The survival of humanity depends on the health of the planet. Trees are our allies in the fight against climate change. By protecting and restoring forests, we can help to stabilize the climate and create a sustainable future for all living beings. We must recognize the crucial role that trees play in the carbon cycle and take action to ensure their survival. Our future depends on it.
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