How Trees Talk

"How Trees Talk" unveils the hidden world of tree communication, revealing that forests are not simply collections of individual trees but complex, cooperative societies. These interactions, facilitated by intricate root systems and chemical signals, have profound implications for forest ecosystems, climate stability, and our understanding of biology. A key element is the "wood wide web," a network of mycorrhizal fungi connecting trees and enabling them to share resources and information.

The book progresses by first introducing the fundamental concepts of plant communication, then exploring specific examples like nutrient sharing and airborne warning signals. Finally, it discusses the broader implications for forest management and climate change mitigation.

It challenges conventional views of competition by highlighting cooperation, presenting evidence from scientific research and long-term ecological monitoring, and emphasizing the importance of understanding these complex systems for sustainable forestry and conservation.

© 2025 Publifye (Ebook): 9788233986452

Tradutores: AI

Data de lançamento

Ebook: 12 de fevereiro de 2025