Mud Breathes Alive
Feb 2025 · Publifye AS
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Mud Breathes Alive explores the hidden world of wetlands, revealing how microbial communities within these ecosystems drive methane production and impact the Earth's carbon cycle. This book uniquely connects microbial biology with environmental science and climate modeling, highlighting the vital role of microorganisms in shaping our planet's environment. You'll discover how factors like temperature, pH, and nutrient availability influence methane emissions, a critical element in understanding global climate change. The book emphasizes the complex interactions within wetland ecosystems, illustrating how these environments act as both sources and sinks for this potent greenhouse gas.
The book progresses logically, starting with an introduction to wetland microbial communities and their methanogenic activities. It moves into detailed analyses of environmental factors influencing methane production and biogeochemical pathways. The book culminates in a discussion of the broader implications of wetland methane emissions for global climate change, including feedback loops and potential mitigation strategies. Mud Breathes Alive offers a holistic perspective on the subject, making it valuable for anyone interested in environmental science, microbiology, or climate science.
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