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Trees Keep Absorbing CO2 After Growth Stops | Science News
New research is rewriting the climate science playbook on trees: they keep sucking in CO2 even after growth stops, meaning forests may store less carbon than we thought. Scientists studying oak trees across the U.S. and California found that up to 26% of yearly carbon uptake happens after growth ends—fueling leaves, metabolism, or soil release instead of long-term wood storage. This disconnect, driven by water pressure limits, could force major revisions to climate models. The real question now? Does this pattern hold for other trees and climates? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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