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Stomatal Differences In Western Aspen And Linkage To Drought Tolerance, Brianne Palmer
Stomatal Differences In Western Aspen And Linkage To Drought Tolerance, Brianne Palmer
Research on Capitol Hill
Aspen are the most widely distributed broadleaf tree in North America .However, aspen mortality is widespread across the Intermountain West. Researchers are attempting to determine the causes of the decline and propose future methods of management.
In order to survive, plants need to take in CO2 through pores on their leaves called stomata. When the stomata are open, the plant takes in CO2, however, water escapes. Therefore, stomata are important in regulating the drought response in plants. The size and the density of the stomata could influence the drought tolerance of an organism.
In Utah, there are …
Demographic Consequences Of Climate Change In The Uinta Ground Squirrel, Kari Norman
Demographic Consequences Of Climate Change In The Uinta Ground Squirrel, Kari Norman
Research on Capitol Hill
One important impact of climate change is shifts in the timing of life events such as reproduction and flowering. Hibernators like the Uinta Ground Squirrel are especially sensitive to potential shifts because they depend on food at essential times.
Soil Organic Carbon As The Basis For Assessment Of Site Condition In Stands Of Quaking Aspen, Brian Rozick
Soil Organic Carbon As The Basis For Assessment Of Site Condition In Stands Of Quaking Aspen, Brian Rozick
Research on Capitol Hill
- Land managers need to be able to track site productivity changes based on past management
- Site quality assessments often extensive, expensive, specific, and confusing
- Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) = potential all encompassing indicator for site condition
- SOC central to healthy soil functions which contribute to a healthy site
- Research done in context of stands of Aspen (Populus tremuloides) on Cedar Mountain