Sahara trimite 27 de milioane de tone de praf peste Atlantic în fiecare an. Efectul asupra Amazonului este uimitor

Dust from the Sahara Desert plays a crucial role in fertilizing the Amazon rainforest, providing essential phosphorus for plant growth. Approximately 27.7 million tons of this dust reach the Amazon annually, compensating for nutrient loss due to rainfall. Researchers using NASA's CALIPSO satellite found that winds transport around 182 million tons of Sahara dust, with a significant portion deposited in the Amazon. This natural phenomenon highlights the interconnectedness of these two regions, despite their differences. The Amazon's fertility relies heavily on recycling nutrients within the forest itself, while Sahara dust supplements phosphorus, vital for plant development.