Carbon dioxide levels gradually decline from "summary" of The World Without Us by Alan Weisman
As humans disappear, so does the carbon dioxide we've been pumping into the air for centuries. Trees and plants, no longer being chopped and burned, continue to absorb carbon dioxide. Without us around, factories and power plants cease spewing out greenhouse gases. As a result, the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere gradually declines.
Without the constant stream of emissions from cars, trucks, and airplanes, the carbon dioxide concentration in the air begins to decrease. The vast oceans, which have been absorbing a significant amount of carbon dioxide, continue to do so without human interference. As a result, the overall carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere start to stabilize and then slowly decline.
Over time, the Earth's natural carbon sinks, such as forests and oceans, are able to counterbalance the carbon dioxide emissions that have built up over centuries. Without the continuous input of greenhouse gases from human activities, the planet is able to restore a more balanced carbon cycle. This gradual decline in carbon dioxide levels has far-reaching implications for the Earth's climate and ecosystems.
As the carbon dioxide levels decrease, the Earth's climate begins to stabilize. The warming trend that has been escalating due to human activities starts to reverse. The gradual decline in carbon dioxide levels allows the planet to recover from the damage caused by centuries of emissions. The delicate balance of the Earth's atmosphere is restored, giving hope for a more sustainable future for the planet and all its inhabitants.
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