Study: Forested riparian zones important to nitrogen control, stream health

Tuesday, February 21, 2012 - 13:30 in Earth & Climate

Human activities from agriculture to fossil fuel consumption have resulted in high levels of nitrates in many streams and rivers; now a new study suggests that nurturing riparian zone forests may be a key in maintaining healthy waterways.

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