On the non-stationarity of hydrological response in anthropogenically unaffected catchments: an Australian perspective

Autor: Evans, Jason P., Amirthanathan, Gnanathikkam E., Bari, Mohammed A., Ajami, Hoori, Band, Lawrence E., Tuteja, Narendra K., Sharma, Ashish
Jazyk: angličtina
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Popis: Increases in greenhouse gas concentrations are expected to impact the terrestrial hydrologic cycle through changes in radiative forcings and plant physiological and structural responses. Here, we investigate the nature and frequency of non-stationary hydrological response as evidenced through water balance studies over 166 anthropogenically unaffected catchments in Australia. Non-stationarity of hydrologic response is investigated through analysis of long-term trend in annual runoff ratio (1984–2005). Results indicate that a significant trend (p 2 fertilization effect. In the remaining catchments, biogeochemical and edaphic factors may be impacting productivity. Results suggest vegetation dynamics should be considered in exploring causes of non-stationary hydrologic response.
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