Oxygen dependence for nitrification and remineralization

[LauraB]

Hi community,

The Fasham module now includes oxygen dependence for nitrification and remineralization rates. I would like to know more about these O2 functions (e.g., where does the half saturation value for nitrification=3 mmol/m3 come from?, etc). Could you point me towards some references?

Thanks a lot!

Laura

[LauraB]

Moreover, I noticed that during night (PARsur=0) there is no oxygen dependence for nitrification. I think it should be included, shouldn't it?

Regards,

Laura

[LauraB]

Another thing: Remineralization of nitrogen detritus is now oxygen dependent, but this O2 function has not been included in the remineralization of carbon detritus.

Should the same oxygen function (fac2) be added to the remineralization rates of detrital C?

Best,
Laura