Freshwater lakes already emit a quarter of global carbon—and
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Freshwater lakes already emit a quarter of global carbon – and climate change could double that
Lakes and ponds are the final resting place for many of the Earth's plants. Rivers collect much of the planet's dead organic matter, transporting it to rest in calmer waters.
Lakes and ponds are the final resting place for many of the Earth's plants. Rivers collect much of the planet's dead organic matter, transporting it to rest in calmer waters.
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