Land use change affects biogenic silica pool distribution in a subtropical soil toposequence

Land use change (deforestation) has several negative consequences for the soil system. It is known to increase erosion rates, which affect the distribution of elements in soils. In this context, the crucial nutrient Si has received little attention, especially in a tropical context. Therefore, we...

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Main Authors: D. Unzué-Belmonte, Y. Ameijeiras-Mariño, S. Opfergelt, J.-T. Cornelis, L. Barão, J. Minella, P. Meire, E. Struyf
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2017-07-01
Series:Solid Earth
Online Access:https://www.solid-earth.net/8/737/2017/se-8-737-2017.pdf