Biomarkers for Terrestrial Plants and Climate

Katherine Haines Freeman; R. D. Pancost

doi:10.1016/B978-0-08-095975-7.01028-7

Biomarkers for Terrestrial Plants and Climate

Katherine Haines Freeman, R. D. Pancost

Geosciences

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Abstract

Long-chain n-alkyl compounds are major components of epicuticular waxes from the leaves of vascular plants. These compounds include n-alkanes, n-alkanols, n-alkanoic acids, and wax esters and are associated with cuticle, a multilayered structure on the exterior of leaves and fruits. Cuticle has multiple functions that include a primary role protecting against moisture loss. It also provides exterior strength and stiffness and these properties can vary with composition and environmental conditions, such as temperature and humidity.

Original language	English (US)
Title of host publication	Treatise on Geochemistry
Subtitle of host publication	Second Edition
Publisher	Elsevier Inc.
Pages	395-416
Number of pages	22
Volume	12
ISBN (Print)	9780080983004
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-08-095975-7.01028-7
State	Published - Nov 1 2013

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

Environmental Science(all)
Earth and Planetary Sciences(all)
Chemistry(all)

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