NBP ANIMATION
These are annual net biome productivity (NBP) results
for all Canada's forests since 1901 simulated using InTEC. An equilibrium
is assumed between NPP and heteorotrophic respiration in 1901 (Chen
et al., submitted to Tellus). NBP includes carbon absorption by vegetation,
releases of carbon from soils due to decomposition of dead organic
matter, and direct releases of carbon during disturbance (fire, insect-induced
mortality, harvest).
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