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A tree that only lasts 20 years will probably return all of its stored carbon to the atmosphere by burning or rotting. Only the old forests (100 years) retain i
by crucialfelix 6y ago
A tree that only lasts 20 years will probably return all of its stored carbon to the atmosphere by burning or rotting. Only the old forests (100 years) retain it long enough to make it an effective carbon sink.
- renewiltord 6y agoThe tree will last longer than 20 years, but it'll have achieved parity by that time.