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Carroll P. & P. Crill (1997):

Carbon balance of a temperate poor fen. Global Biogeochemical Cycles 11(3): 349-356.

Description

Net ecosystem carbon exchange rates ranged from -192 to 492 mg C m-2 h-1 and the ecosystem respiration measurements were between -10 and -365 mg C m-2 h-1. Negative values represent loss of carbon from the system. Results of the carbon balance model suggest that the wetland lost an estimated 145 g C m-2 for the 9 month modelling period (April through December). The 1994 climate season was warmer (+1.15 ° C/month) and drier (-12.3 cm) than the 30 year normals.

Case study for Climate Change / Wetlands in cold ecoregions:

Parameter group Indicator
Abiotic incidators Carbon cycling change (DOC release/retention)

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Climate Change and Freshwater
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Date: 2010/09/09
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