By SHIORI OGAWA/ Staff Writer
June 29, 2020 at 19:13 JST
The average CO2 density growth amount in and around Tokyo between January and April from 2016 to 2019 is shown in the upper side, while the growth level in the same months in 2020 is shown in the lower side. The circle mark in reddish colors signifies higher growth, while those in blueish hues signify lower growth. The data shows that the CO2 density in the air increased at a slower pace during the first four months of this year. (Provided by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)
The growth level of carbon dioxide (CO2) density noticeably dropped in and around Tokyo between January and April, as fewer people ventured out due to the new coronavirus pandemic. [Read More]
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