Distribution of Organic Matter in Soil (IMAGE) Technical University of Munich (TUM) Caption Carbon tends to bind to specific rough mineral surfaces, known as hot spots (yellow areas). Credit C. Vogel/TUM Usage Restrictions Free for use for coverage on Technische Universität München with copyright mentioned License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.