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Interaction of Atmosphere and Forest: Dynamics and Fluxes of Trace Compositions
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Dear Colleagues,
The emission and absorption of trace gases at the biosphere affects to atmospheric chemistry, and thus it makes influence with potential indirect effects on carbon cycle, air pollution, and climate. Trace gases such as ozone (O3) and nitrogen oxides in the biosphere influence forest growth and carbon storage. O3 results in a reduction of carbon fixation and biomass production, and atmospheric nitrogen deposition can result in increased growth of terrestrial ecosystems. Biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs) generate secondary organic aerosols that can affect the climate by affecting cloud formation. Forest ecosystems are also an important sink and source of trace gases and particle matters in the atmosphere. In forest ecosystems, O3 removal processes occur through stomatal uptake by plant leaves, deposition on plant canopies and soil surfaces, and depletion via chemical reactions. O3, nitrogen oxides, and BVOCs are reactive; therefore, production processes, their strengths, and loss by chemical reactions within a canopy are important. However, the knowledge of detailed dynamics of trace gases within a canopy and fluxes at various vegetations are limited.
We invite researchers to contribute original research articles and review articles, dealing with dynamics and fluxes of trace gases, such as O3, nitrogen oxides, and BVOCs in forest ecosystem. But greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide (CO2), and methane (CH4) are not included in the issue. Observations, lab experiments and modeling approaches are welcome.
Dr. Ryuichi Wada
Dr. Mizuo Kajino
Dr. Akira Tani
Prof. Dr. Seiichiro Yonemura
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Keywords
- forest ecosystem
- trace gas
- dynamics
- fluxes
- ozone
- nitrogen oxides
- biogenic volatile organic compounds
Participating Journals
Journal Name | Impact Factor | CiteScore | Launched Year | First Decision (median) | APC |
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Atmosphere
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2.5 | 4.6 | 2010 | 16.1 Days | CHF 2400 |
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Forests
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2.4 | 4.4 | 2010 | 16.2 Days | CHF 2600 |
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