Carbon Sink

A carbon sink is anything that absorbs and stores more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than it releases. Natural sinks include forests, oceans, and soils, which take in CO₂ during processes like photosynthesis and chemical reactions. These sinks help regulate Earth's climate by reducing the amount of greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming. Managing and protecting carbon sinks is vital for mitigating climate change, as they act as natural reservoirs that remove excess CO₂ from the atmosphere.