Phytoplankton Distribution in a Deep-Oligotrophic Wisconsin Lake
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2018-04Author
Lonzarich, David
Carlson, Elizabeth
Susen, McKayla
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Conspicuous features of lakes include fish and aquatic plants, however, the
water quality of lakes is determined by phytoplankton. Phytoplankton are freefloating,
microscopic, photosynthetic organisms found in fresh and salt water
environments. As a result of being photosynthetic organisms, phytoplankton
obtain energy through photosynthesis. Growth of phytoplankton species is
dependent on the presence of sufficient carbon dioxide, sunlight and nutrients
(nitrates, phosphates, silicate, and calcium). Water depth can also affect growth
rate, which was the focus of summer 2017 research on Pine Lake.
Research is conducted on Pine Lake every summer to monitor health and
changes in the lake over time. Summer 2017 research was dedicated to
phytoplankton identification and generation of species trends throughout
various depths. In addition, a field book identification guide was developed to
make future phytoplankton identification more efficient.
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Phytoplankton
Wisconsin lakes
Pine Lake (Wis.)
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http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1793/79877Description
Color poster with text, images, and table.