Why does an urban park full of trees have a greater cooling effect than an equal-sized urban golf course covered in grass? Pick the BEST answer a) Because trees sequester carbon into their wood b) Because trees photosynthesize c) Because trees create temperature differentials that improve airflow d) Because trees transpire producing evaporative cooling and grass does not

Why does an urban park full of trees have a greater cooling effect than an equal-sized urban golf course covered in grass? Pick the BEST answer a) Because trees sequester carbon into their wood b) Because trees photosynthesize c) Because trees create temperature differentials that improve airflow d) Because trees transpire producing evaporative cooling and grass does not

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

10th Edition

ISBN:9781305967359

Author:STARR

Publisher:STARR

Chapter42: Ecosystems

Section: Chapter Questions

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