Paint the Town Green

 It's true that cities are concrete jungles, and even though they're a jungle they have very few trees. The article, "Why Our Cities Need More Trees: The Enviromental and Social Benefits." by Saint Victor II tells why it truly is a shame that cities are so dull and grey. I think it's time to pain the town green for everyone's health to improve.


Trees aren't very plentiful in cities because of pollution and human destruction. Harmful chemicals in the air smothers the tree out, but at the same time trees act like air filters. They absorb the carbon dioxide out of the air and make oxygen through photosynthesis. Trees also help with temperature control. The text explains, "Cities rely on trees for cooling because they provide shade and cool the air around them through a process called evapotranspiration, which is the process by which water is transferred from the soil, water bodies, and plant surfaces and through transpiration from plant leaves." The water they expel cools the air around the tree and they also keep the sun from cooking the ground and heating it up.


In conclusion, trees in cities are helpful for health and visual benefits. They add color and help with air quality to prevent raspatory issues. Not many cities prioritize preserving their trees. Even though they're useful to people inhabiting the urban neighborhoods and they provide shelter for wildlife residing in the cities as well. People should work at preserving trees in cities through forming dedicated organizations. Trees are gorgeous and beneficial addition to every city; it's time to paint the green for everyone's benefit.

Work cited 

Saint Victor II, Lewis. “Why Our Cities Need More Trees: The Environmental and Social Benefits.” SnoQap, 9 Jun. 2023, www.snoqap.com/posts/2023/6/9/why-our-cities-need-more-trees-the- environmental-and-social-benefits.

  

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