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Mountain glaciation drives rapid oxidation of rock-bound organic carbon.

Authors :
Horan, Kate
Hilton, Robert G.
Selby, David
Ottley, Chris J.
Gröcke, Darren R.
Hicks, Murray
Burton, Kevin W.
Source :
Science Advances. Oct2017, Vol. 3 Issue 10, following p1-8. 9p.
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

The article focuses on a study regarding impact of mountain glaciation on rapid oxidation of rock-bound organic carbon. It mentions the exposure of organic matter in rocks to oxidative weathering at the planet Earth's surface releases carbon dioxide. It also mentions th use of rhenium to track the oxidation of rock-bound organic carbon in the mountain watersheds.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23752548
Volume :
3
Issue :
10
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Science Advances
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
126199041
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.1701107