The Nature of Phenology 12/28/19: Firewood

Producers: Hazel Stark & Joe Horn
Host: Hazel Stark

During the warmer months, forests don vast canopies of green leafy glory. These leaves absorb sunlight and use that energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into simple sugars which they can use immediately or store for longer term as more complex carbohydrates such as fibers and starches—making wood.

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