Carbon fixation, artwork C017 / 7207
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Carbon fixation, artwork C017 / 7207
Carbon fixation. Computer artwork showing the main systems involved in carbon fixation in a typical countryside habitat. Carbon capture (fixation) consists of the removal of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere through biological or physical processes, and its subsequent storage in sinks such as oceans, forests and the soil. CO2 is assimilated by plants and used in photosynthesis. The carbon is fixed into the tissues of trees. A fraction of the captured carbon is absorbed by consumer organisms (heterotrophs). By breathing, these organisms emit CO2 into the atmosphere. Finally, the carbon returns to the environment as CO2, but a significant fraction remains retained within the plants
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Carbon Capture Carbon Dioxide Carbon Fixation Countryside Cycle Ecological Ecology Field Forest Forests Habitat Horse Livestock Organism Organisms Plants Process Processes Removal Sink Soil Cutouts Heterotroph Sinks
EDITORS COMMENTS
This artwork, titled "Carbon Fixation" beautifully depicts the intricate systems involved in capturing and storing carbon dioxide (CO2) in a typical countryside habitat. The print showcases the vital process of removing CO2 from the atmosphere through biological or physical means, and its subsequent storage in sinks such as oceans, forests, and soil. At the heart of this cycle is photosynthesis, where plants assimilate CO2 to produce energy. As depicted in this artwork, trees play a crucial role by fixing carbon into their tissues. However, it's not just plants that benefit from this process; consumer organisms known as heterotrophs also absorb a fraction of captured carbon. Yet, when these organisms breathe out CO2 into the atmosphere, some of the captured carbon returns to its original state. Nevertheless, an important portion remains retained within plants like those showcased against a pristine white background in this illustration. This complex ecological dance between flora and fauna highlights how nature effectively regulates our planet's delicate balance. The inclusion of animals such as horses and cows further emphasizes how wildlife and livestock contribute to both biological processes and environmental sustainability. Through Carlos Clarivan's masterful artistry combined with scientific accuracy provided by Science Photo Library's vast collection of images, we are reminded of Earth's remarkable ability to recycle essential elements like carbon while maintaining diverse habitats for all living beings.
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