Mountain (IMAGE) University of Exeter Caption The findings suggest that warming will increase the activity of soil microbes to a greater extent than was previously expected, which could have implications for future rates of climate change. Credit Kristiina Karhu Usage Restrictions Credit Kristiina Karhu 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.