Methods of Measurement
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Different methods exist for the measurement of soil respiration rate and the determination of sources. The most common methods include: The use of long-term stand alone soil flux systems for measurement at one location at different times; survey soil respiration systems for measurement of different locations and at different times; and the use of stable isotope ratios.
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