Why does leaf nitrogen decline within tree canopies less rapidly than light? An explanation from optimization subject to a lower bound on leaf mass per area.

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Title: Why does leaf nitrogen decline within tree canopies less rapidly than light? An explanation from optimization subject to a lower bound on leaf mass per area.
Authors: Dewar, Roderick C.1, Tarvainen, Lasse2, Parker, Kathryn1, Wallin, Göran2, McMurtrie, Ross E.3
Source: Tree Physiology. May2012, Vol. 32 Issue 5, p520-534. 15p.
Database: Environment Complete
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ISSN:0829318X
DOI:10.1093/treephys/tps044