Biogeochemistry of Forests

Biogeochemistry of forests studies how living things (like trees and microbes) and non-living elements (such as soil, water, and nutrients) interact and influence each other. Forests cycle essential nutrients like carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus, which support plant growth and affect the climate. These processes include the absorption of carbon dioxide during photosynthesis and the decomposition of organic matter, releasing nutrients back into the soil. Understanding this cycle helps us grasp how forests function, respond to environmental changes, and affect global processes like climate regulation.