Unravelling the enigmatic origin of calcitic nanofibres in soils and caves: purely physicochemical or biogenic processes?

Calcitic nanofibres are ubiquitous habits of secondary calcium carbonate (CaCO<sub>3</sub>) accumulations observed in calcareous vadose environments. Despite their widespread occurrence, the origin of these nanofeatures remains enigmatic. Three possible mechanisms fuel the debate: (i) pu...

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Main Authors: S. Bindschedler, G. Cailleau, O. Braissant, L. Millière, D. Job, E. P. Verrecchia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2014-05-01
Series:Biogeosciences
Online Access:http://www.biogeosciences.net/11/2809/2014/bg-11-2809-2014.pdf