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RADIOCARBON AND ATMOSPHERIC 14CO2 PIONEER ATHOL RAFTER.

Authors :
Turnbull, Jocelyn C
Lowe, Dave C
Manning, Martin R
Sparks, Rodger
Source :
Radiocarbon; Jun2022, Vol. 64 Issue 3, p435-443, 9p
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

Direct atmospheric <superscript>14</superscript>CO<subscript>2</subscript> measurements began in New Zealand in 1954, initially to improve <superscript>14</superscript>C as a dating tool, but quickly evolving into a method for understanding the carbon cycle. These early <superscript>14</superscript>CO<subscript>2</subscript> measurements immediately demonstrated the existence of an "Atom Bomb Effect," as well as an "Industrial Effect." These two gigantic tracer experiments have been utilized via <superscript>14</superscript>CO<subscript>2</subscript> measurements over the years to produce a wealth of knowledge in multiple research fields including atmospheric carbon cycle research, oceanography, soil science, and aging of post-bomb materials. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00338222
Volume :
64
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Radiocarbon
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
157433447
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1017/RDC.2021.88