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role of particular matter in the fate of contaminants in aquatic ecosystems
R. J. Allan
Published
1986
by Inland Waters Directorate, National Water Research Institute, Canada Centre for Inland Waters in Burlington, Ont
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Written in
Edition Notes
Bibliography: p. 123-128.
| Statement | R.J. Allan. |
| Series | Scientific series ;, no. 142, Scientific series (Canada. Inland Waters Directorate) ;, no. 142. |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | QH545.W3 A45 1986 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | vii, 128 p. : |
| Number of Pages | 128 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL2429363M |
| ISBN 10 | 0662147626 |
| LC Control Number | 87117742 |
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Early studies on human-generated contaminants delivered to ecosystems via the atmosphere identified nitrogen as a major nutrient constituent of both rain- and dry-fall Atmospherically deposited nitrogen provides aquatic systems with a variety of biologically available nitrogen compounds, reflecting a diverse array of human activities and, to. AQUATOX predicts the fate of various pollutants, such as nutrients and organic chemicals, and their effects on the ecosystem, including fish, invertebrates, and aquatic plants. This document is intended to be a "quick-start" guide to introduce major model features as well as being a type of "cookbook" to guide basic model setup, calibration and.
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Role of particular matter in the fate of contaminants in aquatic ecosystems. Burlington, Ont.: Inland Waters Directorate, National Water Research Institute, Canada Centre for Inland Waters, (OCoLC) Material Type: Government publication, National government publication: Document Type: Book: All Authors / Contributors: R J Allan.
Aquatic Ecosystems explains the interplay between various movements of matter and energy through ecosystems mediated by Dissolved Organic Matter. This book provides information on how much DOM there is in a particular aquatic ecosystem and where it originates. It explains whether the DOM composition varies from time to time and place to place.
Toxicants in aquatic ecosystems are clearly capable of causing a variety of indirect ecological effects that can be as or more significant than the direct (toxic) effects of a contaminant (Feldman et al., ). However, much of our knowledge of indirect effects is anecdotal because relatively few experiments have been specifically designed to Cited by: Survive on dead matter.
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A Review Article Literature Review in Water Research 35(15). We pay particular attention to aquatic insects, which as an important source of energy for riparian consumers such as arthropods, birds, mammals, and reptiles, are especially likely to move contaminants into terrestrial ecosystems (Fig.
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Recreational boating and personal watercraft use have the potential to adversely impact shallow water systems through contaminant release and physical disturbance of bottom sediments. These nearshore areas are often already degraded by surface runoff, municipal and industrial effluents, and other anthropogenic activities.
For proper management, information is needed on the level. Start studying Aquatic Ecosystems. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. This background paper presents one possible set of fundamental questions for inland aquatic ecosystems. There are other questions that may be more fundamental or more pressing for meeting the needs of society in managing water resources.
The general view we would like to convey is that although. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: / and dispose of water have enormous impacts on the aquatic ecosystems that are the source of water and the recipient of wastes.
The degradation of aquatic ecosystems and the loss of sensitive aquatic taxa can lead to a reduced capacity for natural wetlands, streams, and lakes. Aquatic ecosystems are also used for human recreation, and are very important to the tourism industry, especially in coastal regions.
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Aquatic organisms have a number of different life-history stages through which they must. This book provides information on the fate of contaminants in the environment that can be used by resource managers, regulators, educators, and researchers. Also identified are factors consequential to the fate of contaminants that can be used by resource managers and regulators to minimize adverse impacts on humans and natural resources.
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