The effects of forest canopies and of the underlying soil moisture on microwave emission
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چکیده
Forests are important interfaces between soil and atmosphere as they play a significant role in the water and gas exchanges (mainly O2 and CO2). Due to their capabilities in reducing evaporation from the surfaces and to intercept rainfalls, they are able to substantially modify the moisture behaviour of underneath soils. On the other hand, the moisture conditions of soils influence the evapotranspiration mechanisms and the emission and absorption of gases. The importance of retrieving information on forest and soil conditions is therefore extremely important for all the studies concerning global changes and CO2 balance.
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