Forest Nitrogen Horizontal (IMAGE)

University of California - Davis

Forest Nitrogen Horizontal

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The forests of South Fork Mountain in northern California draw nitrogen from bedrock, making them some of the state's most productive forests. Understanding and quantifying this newly identified source of nitrogen may significantly impact scientists understanding of forest productivity, carbon storage and nitrogen cycling on land.

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Photo by Scott Morford/UC Davis

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