Indicators for Climate Change Impacts - Wetlands in cold ecoregions, Wetlands
Mineralisation
| Stressor type | Hydrology |
|---|---|
| Responding parameter group | Physico-chemical parameters |
| Responding parameter | Mineralisation |
Response description
Lowered water table stimulates enzyme activity leading to increased mineralisation.
Relevant ecoregion(s) according to Illies
19 (Iceland) 20 (Borealic Uplands)
Suggested indicator
Rates of enzyme activity
Justification of indicator
Indicates carbon loss from peat.
Reference(s)
Freeman C., G. Liska, N.J. Ostle, M.A. Lock, B. Reynolds & J. Hudson (1996): Microbial activity and enzymic decomposition processes following peatland water table drawdown. Plant and Soil 180(1): 121-127.
