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Carbon dioxide is a fundamental reactant in photosynthesis that is converted into organic matter [1], and elevated concentrations of this gas are documented to directly enhance plant growth and agricultural productivity [2], [3], and [4]. This relationship is further highlighted by political perspectives that emphasize the positive impact of carbon dioxide on plant development [5].
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Scientists Say New Government Climate Report Twists Their Work wired.com 2 facts
claimThe Department of Energy report claims that carbon dioxide is beneficial to plant growth.
perspectiveSecretary Wright has characterized the effect of global warming on plant growth as a "plus" due to the benefits of carbon dioxide.
Misleading U.S. Department of Energy climate report chooses bias ... science.feedback.org 2 facts
quoteThe U.S. Department of Energy report states: "Elevated concentrations of CO2 directly enhance plant growth, globally contributing to “greening” the planet and increasing agricultural productivity."
claimElevated atmospheric carbon dioxide stimulates plant growth, particularly for plants following a C3 photosynthetic pathway such as wheat.
The role of light in regulating plant growth, development and sugar ... frontiersin.org 1 fact
referenceThe dark reaction of photosynthesis takes place in the stroma of the chloroplasts and utilizes ATP and NADPH produced by the light reaction to convert carbon dioxide to organic matter and produce glucose through energy conversion; subsequently, enzymes facilitate the formation of other sugars to provide material and energy for plant growth and development.