Can Plants Get Enough Nitrogen? - The Carbon Cycle

The video explores the effects of increased carbon dioxide on plant growth, highlighting that while some plants like trees may grow slightly faster, noxious weeds such as Poison Ivy thrive even more. It also discusses the potential changes in tree species distribution due to climate change, predicting more red Maple trees and fewer sugar Maples, especially in New England. Additionally, the video examines the uncertain impact of elevated CO2 on different algae species, which could affect the base of the aquatic food web.

What is the significance of understanding how different algal species respond to increases in carbon dioxide?

In what ways could global warming differentially affect algae groups?