Microbial Diversity in Subarctic Biocrusts from West Iceland following an Elevation Gradient
Biological soil crusts (biocrusts) are essential communities of organisms in the Icelandic soil ecosystem, as they prevent erosion and cryoturbation and provide nutrients to vascular plants. However, biocrust microbial composition in Iceland remains understudied. To address this gap in knowledge, we...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-10-01
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Series: | Microorganisms |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/9/11/2195 |