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Is it possible for increased temperatures to speed up soil processes and in turn affect the balance of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?
Last Updated: May 12, 2011
The rise in temperature increases the rate of chemical and biochemical reactions. For soil microbes and roots, that also means an increase in respiration, which can release more carbon dioxide and even methane from soils. The increase of both of these gases from soils can contribute to existing atmospheric greenhouse gas emissions. However, forests that are also actively sequestering carbon can help offset some of these emissions and remain carbon sinks.
Tom DeGomez, Area Agent and Regional Specialist, University of Arizona
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