Carbon fixation, artwork C017 / 7208
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Carbon fixation, artwork C017 / 7208
Carbon fixation. Computer artwork showing how carbon fixation occurs 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. In this image, the process is illustrated in five steps: 1) CO2 is assimilated by plants and used in photosynthesis. 2) The carbon is fixed into the tissues of trees. 3) A fraction of the captured carbon is absorbed by consumer organisms (heterotrophs). 4) By breathing, these organisms emit CO2 into the atmosphere. 5) 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 process of removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere and storing it in various natural sinks. Set against a pristine white background, this computer-generated illustration showcases a typical countryside habitat teeming with life. In five distinct steps, the image vividly portrays how carbon capture occurs in nature. First, plants assimilate CO2 through photosynthesis, utilizing it for growth and sustenance. Second, trees play a crucial role by fixing carbon into their tissues, acting as vital reservoirs for this essential element. Third, consumer organisms such as animals absorb a fraction of the captured carbon while feeding on plants or other heterotrophs. However, step four reveals an interesting twist: these organisms release CO2 back into the atmosphere through respiration. Nonetheless, step five highlights that despite some carbon returning to its gaseous form within the environment; a significant portion remains retained within plants and other biological entities. The inclusion of diverse wildlife like horses and cows emphasizes the interconnectedness between different species in maintaining ecological balance. This thought-provoking artwork not only illustrates complex scientific concepts but also serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect our planet's delicate ecosystems. Created by Carlos Clarivan exclusively for Science Photo Library (not intended for commercial use), this print is an exquisite fusion of artistry and science that invites viewers to contemplate humanity's impact on Earth's precious resources.
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