Tropical forests can stop acting as carbon sinks during El Niño, says research
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Research reveals that South America's tropical forests, which typically act as significant carbon sinks, essentially halted their carbon absorption during the 2015-2016 El Niño event. This shift is crucial because it indicates that climate phenomena like El Niño can disrupt the natural carbon cycle, potentially leading to higher atmospheric CO2 levels. Understanding this dynamic is vital for predicting future climate patterns and the overall effectiveness of forests in mitigating climate change.
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