Forest decline and air pollution : a study of spruce (Picea abies) on acid soils

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Forest decline and air pollution : a study of spruce (Picea abies) on acid soils

edited by E.-D. Schulze, O.L. Lange, R. Oren

(Ecological studies : analysis and synthesis, v. 77)

Springer-Verlag, c1989

  • : G.W.
  • : U.S.

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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During the last decade, forest decline has become increasingly apparent. The decline in forest health was often reported to be associated with air pollution. The present study on Norway spruce stands in the Fichtelgebirge analyses various processes interacting within forest ecosystems. It covers transport and deposition of air pollutants, the direct effects of pollutants on above-ground plant parts, the responses of soil to acid rain, and the changing nutrient availability, and the accompanying effects on plant metabolism and growth. The role of fungi, microorganisms and soil animals in the decline of these stands is also assessed. The volume is concluded with a synthesis evaluation of the influence of different factors, and their interactions on forest decline.

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