Dataset: Examining Coastal Marsh Sedimentation in Northeastern North Carolina

This dataset accompanies the Strand 2015 thesis titled 'Examining Coastal Marsh Sedimentation in North Carolina'. This study examines the relationship between short-term sediment deposition and long term accumulation in two marshes located in northeastern North Carolina. The study uses different methods such as radiocarbon dating, isotopic analysis and organic matter assessment to measure carbon levels. The methods used provide an understanding of the capacity of carbon sequestration in the area. Carbon accumulation was measured in six sites within two marshes both located in the Albemarle Sound. A Russian Peat Corer with a 50 cm core length was used. Careers were sub-sectioned into 2 cm increments and analyzed for bulk density, organic matter, carbon and 210Pb activity. The findings reveal the significance of preserving and restoring coastal wetlands as carbon sinks amidst ongoing climate change challenges.