for changes in sea-level rise, and that the interaction of plant productivity with the chemical 

 processes that occur in various marsh soils when impacted by marine water be better understood. 

 Only then will we be in a position to adequately assess the management alternatives available, the 

 trade-offs they represent, and their implications for Louisiana's wetlands. 



ACKNOWLEDGMENT 



Funding for this study was provided by the Louisiana Education Quality Support Fund, 

 LEQSF(1987-90)-RD-A-7. 



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