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As per a study published in science journal, Nature, parts of Amazon rainforest are emitting more carbon dioxide than they absorb.
- As per research, role of Amazon rainforest as a carbon sink appears to be in decline. This could devastate the ecosystem and is a troubling sign for fight against climate change.
- Changes in Amazon are being driven by factors such as deforestation, wildfires, and climate change.
- According to study, four areas were emitting 410 million metric tons of carbon dioxide each year. Emissions were the result of fires, often set intentionally by humans.
- Four regions absorbed roughly 120 million metric tons of carbon. Thus, sections of Amazon were giving off 290 million metric tons as net emissions.
Published date : 17 Jul 2021 06:28PM
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