Unlocking Deforestation’s Impact On The Carbon Cycle: A Critical Analysis
Deforestation disrupts the carbon cycle by reducing carbon sequestration and releasing stored carbon. Forests absorb and store vast amounts of CO2 through photosynthesis, mitigating atmospheric carbon. However, when trees are cleared, this carbon is released back into the air, exacerbating greenhouse gas emissions. Deforestation also diminishes forest biomass, decreasing the overall capacity for carbon storage….