Old growth forest in coastal Oregon
![Vegetation patterns affect both soil moisture and the amount of sunlight that reaches the soil.](https://d9-wret.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/assets/palladium/production/s3fs-public/styles/full_width/public/thumbnails/image/7909.jpg?itok=7laq120n)
Detailed Description
Vegetation patterns affect both soil moisture and the amount of sunlight that reaches the soil, two factors associated with mercury release from soils. USFWS photo.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.