Constructing recent peat accumulation chronologies using atmospheric fall-out radionuclides
Radionuclide dating is a robust technique for establishing the recent accumulation rate for most peatlands. In this article we review the production of ‘fall-out’ radionuclides and the concepts underlying the dating method. Some inherent problems such as the issues surrounding reduced natural radion...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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International Mire Conservation Group and International Peatland Society
2011-02-01
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| Series: | Mires and Peat |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mires-and-peat.net/map07/map_07_08.pdf |