Peat decomposition in central Congo was triggered by a drying climate

by Philippa Kaur 1 November 2022, 23:00 189 Views

RESEARCH BRIEFINGS
02 November 2022

The world’s largest tropical peatland complex is in the central Congo Basin. A drying of the climate between 5,000 and 2,000 years ago triggered decomposition of peat in the Congo Basin and emission of carbon into the atmosphere. The tipping point at which drought results in carbon release might accelerate future climate change if regional droughts become more common.

Canalised and plastic components of melanin-based colouration: a diet-manipulation experiment in house sparrows

Network motifs shape distinct functioning of Earth’s moisture recycling hubs

This portal is not a newspaper as it is updated without periodicity. It cannot be considered an editorial product pursuant to law n. 62 of 7.03.2001. The author of the portal is not responsible for the content of comments to posts, the content of the linked sites. Some texts or images included in this portal are taken from the internet and, therefore, considered to be in the public domain; if their publication is violated, the copyright will be promptly communicated via e-mail. They will be immediately removed.

Peat decomposition in central Congo was triggered by a drying climate

Canalised and plastic components of melanin-based colouration: a diet-manipulation experiment in house sparrows

Network motifs shape distinct functioning of Earth’s moisture recycling hubs

ITALIAN LANGUAGE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE