Publications by authors named "Torsten Schunke"
Article Synopsis
- Chernozems/Phaeozems are vital agricultural soils with debated origins and ages, found significantly in Central Germany.
- Intensive bioturbation, especially by earthworms, is suggested as the primary natural formation process, with recent studies using single-grain luminescence dating to explore soil development during the Bronze Age.
- The research indicates that Chernozem/Phaeozem formation began in the Early Holocene, prior to significant human settlement, and ceased around 6-5 thousand years ago due to increased humidity, providing insights into prehistoric farming practices.
