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In situ measurements of soil and plant water isotopes: a review of approaches, practical considerations and a vision for the future
Institute for Geoecology, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Langer Kamp 19c, 38106 Braunschweig, Germany
Groundwater Resources and Dynamics, German Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR), 30655 Hannover, Germany
Kathrin Kühnhammer
Institute for Geoecology, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Langer Kamp 19c, 38106 Braunschweig, Germany
Chair of Ecosystem Physiology, University of Freiburg, Georges-Köhler-Allee 53, 79110 Freiburg, Germany
Maren Dubbert
Chair of Ecosystem Physiology, University of Freiburg, Georges-Köhler-Allee 53, 79110 Freiburg, Germany
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Water isotopes are a scientific tool that can be used to identify sources of water and answer questions such as
From which soil depths do plants take up water?, which are highly relevant under changing climatic conditions. In the past, the measurement of water isotopes required tremendous effort. In the last decade methods have advanced and can now be applied in the field. Herein, we review the current status of direct field measurements of water isotopes and discuss future applications.
Water isotopes are a scientific tool that can be used to identify sources of water and answer...
