Chen et al. (2023): Effects of biochar on the accumulation of necromass-derived carbon, the physical protection and microbial mineralization of soil organic carbon
Yalan Chen, Ke Sun, Yan Yang, Bo Gao, Hao Zheng IN: Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology, DOI: 10.1080/10643389.2023.2221155
This study comprehensively reviews of the effects of BC on the buildup, protection, stabilization, and mineralization of soil organic carbon (SOC). The input of BC-derived carbon alters soil carbon quality by changing SOC content and aromaticity. BC also affects processes controlling substrate accessibility, such as physical protection of SOC by soil aggregates and organo-mineral interaction.