Review of Water Chemistry Research in Natural and Disturbed Peatlands (original) (raw)
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Abstract
The chemical components in water, and changes thereof, can control the ecology of peatlands and impact the accumulation of peat; while at the same time ecological characteristics, hydrology and interactions with the atmosphere and geosphere control peatland water chemistry. This review summarizes results from Canadian and northern European research published over the past two decades for major and minor, inorganic and organic constituents dissolved in surface or pore waters associated with bogs and fens. First those studies that describe natural peatlands are discussed, followed by those that involve peatlands that are disturbed by various direct or indirect anthropogenic influences. Finally several recommendations are made regarding future studies and how they can assist in modelling efforts that can inform peatland management and further scientific inquiry.
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Canadian Water Resources Journal/Revue canadienne des ressources hydriques
Pub Date:
January 2009
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