The Dynamics of Mass Loss and Nutrient Release of Decomposing Fine Roots, Needle Litter and Standard Substrates in Hemiboreal Coniferous Forests

The Dynamics of Mass Loss and Nutrient Release of Decomposing Fine Roots, Needle Litter and Standard Substrates in Hemiboreal Coniferous Forests

Litter decomposition is a key process that drives carbon and nutrient cycles in forest soils. The decomposition of five different substrate types was analyzed in hemiboreal coniferous forests, focusing on the mass loss and nutrient (N, P, and K) release of fine roots (FR) and needle litter in relati...

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Main Authors: Kaie Kriiska, Krista Lõhmus, Jane Frey, Endla Asi, Naima Kabral, Ülle Napa, Ivika Ostonen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Forests and Global Change
Subjects:
nutrient release
tea bag
cellulose
needle litter
fine root
decomposition
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/ffgc.2021.686468/full

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