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Trees absorb carbon dioxide through photosynthesis, removing greenhouse gas from atmosphere. Absorption rates vary by species, age, and climate.
Guía paso a paso
- 1Mature hardwood trees absorb 20-48 kg CO₂/year on average
- 2Young trees absorb less; mature trees at peak absorption
- 3Total lifetime absorption: one mature tree ≈ 20-30 tonnes CO₂
Ejemplos resueltos
Entrada
100 mature trees, average 30 kg CO₂/tree/year
Resultado
3 tonnes CO₂ absorbed annually
Meaningful but modest offset
Errores comunes a evitar
- ✕Over-estimating tree absorption capacity
- ✕Planting trees in marginal soils with poor survival
Preguntas frecuentes
How many trees offset a person's carbon footprint?
Typical person generates 4-16 tonnes CO₂/year; requires 100-500+ trees for complete offset.
Do trees absorb carbon forever?
No, carbon stored until tree dies. Forest management extends storage; sustainably harvested wood maintains benefit.
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