Carbon Sinks Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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Climate Change Forecast Drawback
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Scientists did not account the failure of naturally occurring carbon sinks when predicting future emissions and implications associated.
2
Q
The Amazon Basin
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Operates as a neutral store of carbon.
Exacerbated by El Nino, deforestation and wildfires.
3
Q
Congo Rainforest
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Operates as a large carbon sink, however corruption in the Congo means there is weak legislation regarding protection
4
Q
Grasslands
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Sequesters carbon in areas that are not capable of growing trees due to weather conditions.
4
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