Which mechanism causes higher methane flux from fjord sediments following glacial retreat?

💡 Explanation

When glaciers retreat, increased runoff and erosion causes higher organic matter deposition into the fjord sediments which fuels methanogenesis, releasing methane. Therefore increased organic matter is the key driver for higher methane outflow, rather than salinity, sulfate, or compaction effects which would reduce methane production/release.

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