Environmental Science
8 years ago

China's Farmland Soil Sees Significant Carbon Increase, Boosting Climate Resilience

Geographical Research
Research of changing characteristics and control factors of farmland topsoil organic carbon in China
Zhihong Cao

Paper Summary

Farmland soil organic carbon in China has been increasing overall, mainly due to changes in temperature and precipitation. Paddy soil has higher carbon content than dry soil, with a significant difference in carbon sequestration. Human activities have a big impact on soil carbon levels.

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