Trees keep absorbing carbon long after they stop growing

New research shows that oak trees continue to absorb carbon dioxide even after they've stopped growing annually, challenging the previous understanding that photosynthesis and wood production are tightly connected. This discovery could significantly impact predictions about how forests will manage carbon storage in a warming world, suggesting they might play a bigger role in carbon sequestration than previously thought. The findings highlight the complex dynamics of forest ecosystems and their potential to mitigate climate change.