During photosynthesis, plants take in carbon dioxide and release fresh, clean oxygen. This process is responsible for much of the quality of the air we breathe. As the globe tackles things like climate change, pollution, and other environmental issues, more and more people are becoming aware of AQI (Air Quality Index). In the effort to keep AQI numbers low, fortifying and protecting outdoor plants that reduce air pollution has become a priority. Learn about plants that lower AQI by absorbing pollutants. Keeping it Green in Cities Plants are amazing forms of life. Not only do they provide us with food, building materials, clothing, and sheer beauty, but they also clean the air. Whether there are toxins in the air from industrial manufacturing, or a thick haze from wildfires, air quality is crucial to human health. Studies have shown that using wild plants as detoxifiers is often cheaper and more efficient […]
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