sequestration
/ˌsiːkwɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definition
The natural process by which an ecosystem captures and stores carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, preventing it from contributing to global warming.
Etymology
The word comes from the Latin 'sequestrare', meaning 'to put aside or deposit'. It entered Middle English through Old French and historically referred to the legal seizure of property, later evolving to describe the physical 'setting aside' of substances like carbon.
In the news
In this article, sequestration refers to the way wild animals and their environments help hold onto carbon. It matters because scientists argue that protecting these ecosystems is a critical, yet overlooked, way to combat climate change.
Over 260 Global Scientists Unite on Urgent Call for Wildlife Protection for Sake of Climate
Read the full article ↗Utah State University