Trees are key players in the carbon cycle from "summary" of The Overstory by Richard Powers
Trees are the world's great engines. They are the earth's great connectors. They stand, as they have always stood, between the earth and the sky. They are the world's largest plants and the most numerous. They are also the world's most efficient carbon-sequestering machines. They take carbon from the air and lock it away in their woody bodies. They are key players in the carbon cycle, holding a delicate balance that sustains life on earth. Trees are not just individuals. They are communities. They communicate with each other through a network of fungi that connect their roots. They share nutrients, water, and information through this underground web. They form alliances with other species, creating complex ecosystems that support a myriad of life forms. They are the guardians of biodiversity, providing habitat for countless species of plants, animals, and insects. Tre...
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