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Area of Science:

  • Earth System Science
  • Hydrology
  • Biogeochemistry

Background:

  • Infiltration in the root zone diverges into evapotranspiration (short-circuiting) and deep drainage (long-circuiting).
  • Short-circuiting impacts weather, climate, and the carbon cycle; long-circuiting affects nutrient/contaminant transport and global biogeochemical cycles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the global structure of short-circuiting versus long-circuiting of infiltrated water.
  • To identify the driving forces and feedback mechanisms that shape these hydrological pathways.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesized findings from site-specific studies.
  • Utilized global modeling to analyze hydrological processes.
  • Investigated the interplay of climate, drainage, substrate, and biomass.

Main Results:

  • Long-circuiting prevails in wet climates, well-drained landscapes, and areas with deep fractures.
  • Plant water use in dry climates reinforces shallow infiltration, reducing deep drainage and regolith flushing.
  • Soil horizons and deep rock fractures significantly influence water pathways.

Conclusions:

  • Global water belowground exhibits diverse structures and functions driven by multiscale feedbacks.
  • Understanding these pathways is crucial for predicting how infiltrated rain affects the atmosphere and oceans.