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The Permian-Triassic Transition in Antarctica: Evaluating the Rates and Variability of Carbon Isotope Fluctuations in Terrestrial Organic Matter
Entry ID: NSF-ANT10-39365

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Abstract: This project studies the Permian-Triassic extinction event as recorded in sedimentary rocks from the Transantarctic Mountains of Antarctica. Two hundred and fifty million years ago most life on Earth was wiped out in a geologic instant. The cause is a subject of great debate. Researchers have identified a unique stratigraphic section near Shackleton glacier laid down during the extinction event. ... View entire text
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Description: NSF Award Abstract #1039365
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Start Date: 2009-08-28
Stop Date: 2012-02-29
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SERF Creation Date: 2011-01-13
SERF Last Revision Date: 2011-01-14

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