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Georgia Manning

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The paper aims to investigate the effect of indoor plants on carbon dioxide levels by testing the air quality levels in two rooms. From prior research and knowledge, it is known that plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen during photosynthesis, (during daylight hours).Therefore, we decided to measure carbon dioxide levels in our areas of study every day at sunset as effects of photosynthesis were maximized. The areas of study were two isolated bedroom environments with multiple controlled variables. The study took place in downtown Eugene's Titan Court apartment complex. Two bedrooms within the same unit were used as the area of study. Both rooms are approximately 100 square feet and have one operable South- facing window. One bedroom was devoid of plants, while the other housed 12 plants of various species. Carbon dioxide levels were measured once a day at sunset with a carbon dioxide meter and were compared quantitatively over a one-week period. This research will help determine the effect indoor plants have on reducing carbon dioxide levels and therefore increasing air quality. With the common individual having plants in their home, quantifying these benefits to air quality may give reason to introduce plants to their living spaces, if they do not already have them.

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University of Oregon / 2024

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Georgia Manning