High-resolution laser scanning has revealed that it is not merely the clear-cutting of trees but the ongoing degradation of the Amazon's tree canopy that is now the primary source of carbon emissions in the Brazilian Amazon. This finding highlights the importance of maintaining the integrity of the forest's structure against both degradation and deforestation activities.
The data indicates that while the complete clearance of forest areas continues to be a concern, the gradual degradation—such as habitat disturbance, logging, and extraction practices—plays an even more significant role in worsening carbon emissions and affecting climate change.
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