Study on Atmospheric Environment at Shirakami-Sanchi World Heritage Area

Concentration of Atmospheric Gaseous Substance and Change of Elemental Composition in Beech Leaves with Development

Abstract

This review is a summary of a study on atmospheric gaseous substances (S0₂, NO, NO₂ and 0₃) and the elemental composition and mapping of beech leaves conducted in the Shirakami-Sanchi World Heritage Area as part of “Establishment of a monitoring method for forest ecosystem conservation of the Shirakami-Sanchi World Heritage Area and research of a forest management method for harmonization with forest utilization in its surrounding areas.”