More carbon in the atmosphere might give evergreens a competitive edge over deciduous trees, or those that lose their leaves, according to new research in the journal Science Advances.
With Climate Change, Evergreen Trees May Begin to Take Over America's Forests
Higher levels of carbon in the atmosphere might give evergreen trees an advantage.
By Leslie Nemo
Dec 12, 2019 7:20 PMDec 12, 2019 7:27 PM
Forests could begin to look more evergreen as the climate warms. (Credit: Jay Mantri/Unsplash)
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