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Re:Show HN: I wanted to measure CO2 in my office, so I build... by SketchySeaBeast on Friday January 25, 2019 @10:39AM (#18998838)
Apparently plants put out half the CO2 again over the night that they took in. I'm just thinking that either way they aren't that big of deal as far as oxygen/carbon dioxide production/consumption. Air filtration, possibly.
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Re:Show HN: I wanted to measure CO2 in my office, so I build... by dylan604 on Friday January 25, 2019 @02:02PM (#19001216)
Depends on the number of plants. Growing up, my mom was a florist and we had an abundance of plants throughout the house. Wouldn't necessarily suggest going to that level, but plants do make for a much less sterile environment. Big green leafy plants are better air scrubbers and much easier to care for than cute dainty flowers.

Examples: https://www.google.com/search?hl=en-CA&authuser=0&biw=1345&b...

Depending on choice of pot and soil, most only need to be watered once a week. Even still, there are decorations that hold water to slow release for even extended times between watering. Great for vacations, or the forgetful.

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