Light a critical factor in limiting carbon uptake, even in the north
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 - 10:40
in Earth & Climate
A new study demonstrates that even when temperatures warm and cold stress is limited, light is still a major factor in limiting carbon uptake of northern high latitudes. The team analyzed satellite observations, field measurements, and model simulations and showed that there is a prevalent radiation limitation on carbon uptake in northern ecosystems, especially in autumn.