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Multiple mechanisms determine the effect of warming on plant litter decomposition in a dryland

Journal Article · · Soil Biology and Biochemistry

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Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
1608374
Alternate ID(s):
OSTI ID: 1801806
Journal Information:
Soil Biology and Biochemistry, Journal Name: Soil Biology and Biochemistry Journal Issue: C Vol. 145; ISSN 0038-0717
Publisher:
ElsevierCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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