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Bookmark or Share- Peat - WikipediaPeat forms when plant material does not fully decay in acidic and anaerobic conditions. It is composed mainly of wetland vegetation: principally bog plants including mosses, sedges and shrubs. As it accumulates, the peat holds water. This slowly creates wetter conditions that allow the area of wetland to expand.
- Peat is the Unsung Hero of Carbon Capture - The New York TimesBefore it was celebrated as the world’s best carbon sink, peat was a popular energy source. Peat burned hotter than wood and was far less dangerous to mine than coal — all you need is a sharp...
- Peat | Description, Formation, Importance, Carbon, & Uses | BritannicaPeat, spongy material formed by the partial decomposition of organic matter, primarily plant material, in wetlands. The formation of peat is the first step in the formation of coal. Peat can be used as a fuel and is only a minor contributor to the world energy supply.
- Peat Definition & Meaning - Merriam-WebsterThe meaning of PEAT is a dark brown fibrous material that is formed primarily by the partial decomposition of organic matter and especially plants (such as sphagnum moss) in wet, oxygen-deficient areas (such as bogs or swamps) and that is harvested especially for use as a fuel for heating or cooking or as a soil amendment —sometimes used ...
- What is peat and where is it found? | Global Peatlands InitiativePeat is partially decayed plant material that accumulates under water-logged conditions over long time periods. Natural areas covered by peat are called peatlands. Terms commonly used for specific peatland types are peat swamp forests, fens, bogs or mires.
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