Nitrous oxide and methane in marine systems.

The present increase in the atmospheric concentrations of nitrous oxide (N2O) and methane (CH4) is of concern since together these gases account for about 20% og the enhanced global warming due to human activities. In addition N2) is also involved in the destruction of the statospheric ozone layer. In order to understand the causes responsible for the atmospheric increases, all sources and sinks of N2) and CH4 need to be quantified. Zie: Summary and concluding remarks