Warmer temperatures reduce tropical forests' photosynthesis by 35%, exacerbating climate change.

Recent research in the Daintree rainforest reveals that rising temperatures severely impact tropical forests' ability to photosynthesize, reducing carbon dioxide absorption and worsening climate change. Photosynthesis rates dropped by 35% in warmed leaves, and trees showed limited ability to adjust to higher temperatures. This finding highlights the urgent need to protect tropical forests and limit carbon emissions to maintain their crucial role in mitigating global warming.

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