Translation guide
The process by which inorganic carbon (usually CO₂) is converted into organic compounds by living organisms, primarily through photosynthesis. In Japanese, this is a technical term with a standard equivalent.
The conversion of atmospheric carbon dioxide into organic matter, especially in photosynthesis.
Standard scientific term for carbon fixation. Used in biology, ecology, and environmental science.
植物は光合成によって炭素固定を行う。
Plants perform carbon fixation through photosynthesis.
Literally 'fixation of carbon dioxide'. More descriptive, often used in educational contexts.
森林は二酸化炭素の固定に重要な役割を果たす。
Forests play an important role in the fixation of carbon dioxide.
Abbreviated form using the chemical formula. Common in technical writing and presentations.
この研究では、CO₂固定の効率を調べた。
In this study, we investigated the efficiency of CO₂ fixation.
In everyday conversation, the concept is often explained rather than using the technical term. For example, 'plants absorb CO₂' is more common than 'plants perform carbon fixation'.