Why Do Forests Make a Difference in Climate Change?

Imagine trees are like sponges. When they grow, they soak up carbon dioxide from the air and turn it into oxygen, which we breathe in. This process is called carbon sequestration. Forests act as giant sponges that help keep the Earth cool by trapping carbon dioxide, a gas that makes the planet warmer. If forests are cut down, this sponge disappears, and more carbon dioxide stays in the air.

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  1. A single tree can absorb about 21 kilograms of carbon dioxide over its lifetime.
  2. When trees are cut down, the stored carbon is released back into the air as carbon dioxide.
  3. Imagine a forest like a big sponge that soaks up carbon dioxide, and if you squeeze it out by cutting down the trees, it's not helpful for the planet.

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