Nitrogen Mineralization in the Soils of Some Grassland Communities in the Alpine Region of Uludag in Bursa-Turkey

Authors : Gürcan GÜLERYÜZ

Pages : 59-64

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Publication Date : 0000-00-00

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Nitrogen mineralization was investigated in controlled conditions insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(60% WHC, 20ºC); in the soil of some alpine grassland communities. A significant correlation was found between the mineralization of nitrogen and certain soil factors insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(pH, WHC, Total Nitrogen and Organic Carbon);. It was concluded that ammonification takes place at higher rates in grasslands which are dominated by Nardus stricta L. insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(Poaceae); plant species, whereas nitrification occurs at a higher rates in grasslands which are dominated by Festuca cyllenica Boiss. et Heldr. and F. punctoria Sm. insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(Poaceae);.
Keywords : Mineralization, Nitrogen, Grassland