7a Generalized effects of deforestation of TRF on micro-climate Fig. Generalized effects of deforestation of TRF on micro-climate Fig. Generalized effects of deforestation of TRF on micro-climate Fig. 8a Generalized effects of mechanized deforestation on soil physical properties Fig. 8b Generalized effects of mechanized deforestation on soil physical properties Fig.
Biomass burning is a major factor responsible for changes in soil chemical properties.
Burning releases plant nutrients immobilized in the biomass. The magnitude of changes in soil properties also depends on the quantity of biomass being burnt and soil temperature during burning. High soil temperatures are likely to cause severe losses of N by volatilization. The increase in soil carbon following burning may be due partly to addition of ash and unburnt biomass. There are also changes in the biological properties of soil.