This type of carbon is particularly good at absorbing sunlight. (sciencedaily.com)
On a bright, sunny day, a plant might only be able to utilize 20 percent or less of absorbed sunlight. (sciencedaily.com)
And by knocking down trees, which absorb sunlight, a mammoth could cause more sun to be reflected, increasing the cooling albedo effect on the permafrost. (discovermagazine.com)