| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8907117 | Earth and Planetary Science Letters | 2018 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
- Methane (CH4) was sampled in the air of 36 caves from the USA and New Zealand.
- Subatmospheric CH4 concentrations were measured in 35 of the 36 caves.
- The data indicate caves are acting as a global atmospheric CH4 sink.
- δ13CCH4 and δ2HCH4 values demonstrate caves have multiple CH4 sources.
- Acetate fermentation and carbonate reduction are widespread in the environment.
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Authors
Kevin D. Webster, Agnieszka Drobniak, Giuseppe Etiope, Maria Mastalerz, Peter E. Sauer, Arndt Schimmelmann,