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Climate Change Effects on Soil Chemistry and Microbial Activity

Author(s) Dr. Divya Jyoti Mishra
Country India
Abstract Climate change is one of the most significant global challenges affecting terrestrial ecosystems, particularly soil systems that are fundamental to agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability. Variations in temperature, precipitation patterns, and atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations have a direct and profound impact on soil chemical properties and microbial activity. Soil chemistry, including parameters such as pH, nutrient availability, salinity, and organic matter dynamics, is highly sensitive to climatic fluctuations and plays a key role in regulating plant growth.
At the same time, soil microorganisms respond rapidly to environmental changes, influencing processes such as nutrient cycling, decomposition, and soil organic carbon turnover. Changes in microbial activity can alter the balance of soil ecosystems, affecting soil fertility and long-term productivity. Increased temperatures may accelerate microbial metabolism, while drought and excessive moisture can disrupt microbial populations and biochemical processes.
This paper examines the effects of climate change on soil chemical properties and microbial processes, emphasizing their interactions and combined impact on soil health. It also highlights the implications of these changes for nutrient availability, crop productivity, and sustainable agricultural practices in a changing climate.
Keywords Climate Change, Soil Chemistry, Microbial Activity, Soil Fertility, Nutrient Cycling, Global Warming, Soil Health.
Field Biology > Agriculture / Botany
Published In Volume 11, Issue 3, July-September 2020
Published On 2020-09-10

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