Divergent microbial pathways of soil carbon sequestration in topsoil and subsoil during forest succession

Key Points

• Soil carbon sequestration differs significantly between topsoil and subsoil, influencing carbon storage.
• The study highlights microbial pathways as a key factor in soil carbon dynamics during forest changes.
• Observational analysis focused on soil types across different forest succession stages to understand carbon storage.
• Findings suggest further investigation into microbial pathways may enhance soil carbon management practices.