Springer - Biology, Controls and Models of Tree BVOC Emissions

Explore the complex relationship between plant life and atmospheric chemistry with this specialized volume from the Tree Physiology series. This book examines how plant-driven volatile organic compound (BVOC) emissions influence the troposphere, affecting the formation of ozone and photochemical smog. As trees are the primary plant life form contributing to these emissions, understanding their role is essential for studying global forest impact. The text details how BVOC emissions extend the atmospheric lifetime of methane, a key greenhouse gas. Additionally, it covers how the condensation of photo-oxidation products from these compounds leads to the formation of secondary organic aerosols. This scientific resource provides a deep look into how these processes affect the earth's solar radiation budget and overall climate. It is an essential addition for researchers and students focused on plant physiology and atmospheric science.