§16§This book collates, reviews and synthesizes information on how soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks differ among major terrestrial biomes of the U.S.A. Information on soil inorganic carbon (SIC) stocks for different terrestrial biomes of the U.S.A. will also be presented. The book deliberates options for increasing SOC stocks and enhancing SOC sequestration in terrestrial biomes by soil and land-use management practices. It concludes with an overview of terrestrial biomes of the U.S.A. where targeted soil and land-use management practices may result in the greatest increases in SOC stocks and enhancements in SOC sequestration. §04§1. Introduction.- 1.1. Terrestrial Land Area.- 1.2. Principal Biomes of the U.S.A..- 1.3. Changes in the Terrestrial Biosphere by Human Activities.- 2. Soil Organic Carbon Stocks.- 3. Soil Organic Carbon Sequestration.- 4. Soil Inorganic Carbon Stocks in Different Terrestrial Biomes.- 5. Conclusions.- 6. The Way Forward.- 7. Appendices.§ §
