Algal bloom

Threats and the future of Shellfishing Cape Cod has changed dramatically over the years, and because of these changes, there are serious impediments happening to the shellfish aquaculture expansion (Brennessel, 2008). The most important threat that is occurring presently is water quality. Years of increasing population with concomitant residential development, unaccompanied by wastewater infrastructure has resulted in nitrogen pollution (Ashworth, n.d.). On the cape, around 85% of the…

Bay grass provides oxygen, food, and nutrients and is an important plant in this ecosystem. (http://www.chesapeakebay.net/issues/issue/bay_grasses#inline) Algae is also a crucial aspect of the bay, but phosphorus and Nitrogen have been feeding algal blooms that tend to block…

The influence of land use patterns on eutrophication in the Ribeira do Iguape watershed. The case study by Cunha, Bottino and Calijuri (2010), examined how land use patterns within the Ribeira do Iguape watershed, Sao Paulo, Brazil, with varied levels of anthropogenic interference influenced eutrophication variables (total suspended solids (TSS), total phosphorus (TP), chlorophyll-a (Chl-a) and total nitrogen (TN)) ranges in three rivers (Canha, Pariquera-Acu and Jacupiranguinha Rivers).…

California is a major producer in agricultural products such as; fruits, vegetables, nuts, and also dairy products. However, Californians have encountered a drought for the last four-years, and this event was linked to the extreme weather of climate changes. Since California’s economy depends strongly on the revenue that come from the agricultural businesses, the drought has potential impact on our state revenue, especially it causes a lot of farmers to lose their jobs during the drought.…

Explain the chemical properties of nitrates Almost all inorganic nitrate salts are soluble in water at standard temperature and pressure (NOAA). Nitrates are widely used in very large quantities as fertilizers in agriculture because of their readiness to decompose and release nitrogen for plant growth and because of their ready solubility ensuring that nitrate ions can be absorbed by plant root hairs. (NOAA). Nitrate compounds have a wide range of uses which rely on their activity as…

With 53% of the population living in coastal communities and sea levels rising as a result of climate change, it is crucial that we address the issue through adaptation and mitigation. People living around coastal regions will be more susceptible but we also need to consider the impact on the coastal environments, estuaries and their vegetation and its biodiversity. This piece will analyze the changes of other estuaries to predict what the changes for Newport Back Bay. Because the estuary is…

can also cause air pollution to the people. It can also do harm to the cycle of the plants and ruin our drinking water. Excess nitrogen and other chemicals in the ocean lead to extreme imbalances underwater, algal bloom is the result to this combination of chemicals. The algae bloom is the rapid growth of algae in the water. The extra algae can become toxic and harm the plants and creatures under the…

support a large abundance of fish. The west coast is also characterised by upwelling, which brings nutrient-rich waters from deeper ocean layers to the ocean surface. This drives higher productivity in the marine life but may also result in harmful algal blooms occurring. The east coast…

Quality of drinking water is the most concerned topic in China. In 2007, official estimates of the extent of water pollution in China were doubled. Clean water is key of human to survive, and also plants and animals need water to grow; therefore water quality has to be kept clean. Water pollution was caused by many human activities and it also has a great effect on the population that need an urgent attention. Over million people in China lack access to safe drinking water (Patricia). With a…

Biodiversity Essay How can the great barrier reef be protected for the future generation? The great barrier reef is a stunning 2,600 km stretch of some of the most amazing coral reefs in the world. It is so big it is visible from space. The reef is approximately the same area as Japan, Malaysia or even Germany(Great Barrier Reef). It is a huge part of the world but also a huge part of people's lives. Latest estimates suggests that the great barrier reef makes up to $30 billion each year in…