Carbon sequestration
Carbon Sequestration
Carbon sequestration (pronunciation: /ˈkɑːrbən ˌsiːkwɪˈstreɪʃən/) is a process by which carbon dioxide (CO2) is captured from the atmosphere and stored to prevent its release, which can contribute to global warming.
Etymology
The term "carbon sequestration" is derived from the Latin word sequestrare, meaning "to set aside", and the chemical element carbon. It refers to the process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide to mitigate its impact on global warming.
Process
Carbon sequestration involves the capture and long-term storage of carbon dioxide. This can be achieved through natural processes, such as photosynthesis, or through technological methods, such as carbon capture and storage (CCS). In photosynthesis, plants absorb carbon dioxide and convert it into biomass. In CCS, carbon dioxide is captured at its source, such as a power plant, and then stored underground or underwater.
Types
There are two main types of carbon sequestration: terrestrial and geological.
- Terrestrial sequestration involves the absorption of carbon dioxide by plants, soils, and water. This is a natural process that occurs as part of the carbon cycle.
- Geological sequestration involves the storage of carbon dioxide in underground geological formations. This is typically achieved through CCS.
Related Terms
- Carbon capture and storage
- Carbon cycle
- Global warming
- Photosynthesis
- Terrestrial sequestration
- Geological sequestration
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Carbon sequestration
- Wikipedia's article - Carbon sequestration
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