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kfurse

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The CO2 content of the atmosphere as measured at Mauna Loa, Hawaii, is highest in spring and lowest in autumn. Explain this seasonal pattern.
 
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Coniferous forests are the dominant vegetation type in the tundra biome.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: During the summer carbon is removed from the atmosphere by photosynthesis and stored in biomass. During the winter respiration is greater than photosynthesis and carbon is returned to the atmosphere.

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Answer: FALSE


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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