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Carbon & Plants, Healthy Walking, Self Esteem in Kids
Sep 28, 2023
This podcast discusses the impact of carbon dioxide on plants, including how climate change has negatively affected their photosynthesis. It also highlights the health benefits of walking, with a study showing that even a few thousand steps per day can reduce the risk of death. Additionally, the podcast explores the surprising findings of a study on children's self-esteem, revealing the influence of self-perception over athletic competence.
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- Plants' ability to absorb carbon dioxide and combat climate change is slowing down due to increasing aridity in the world, reducing the effectiveness of photosynthesis in mitigating global warming.
- Incorporating walking into daily routines, even at a moderate level, significantly lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and death, with each additional step further reducing mortality risk.
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Impact of Increased CO2 on Plant Photosynthesis
The increase in carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere has resulted in plants experiencing a surge in photosynthesis. However, a new study reveals that this rapid photosynthesis has started to slow down due to the planet drying out, making it challenging for us to combat global warming. Researchers found that as the world becomes more arid, plants are unable to sustain the same level of photosynthesis, which reduces their capacity to absorb CO2 and mitigate climate change.
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