Eutrophication of northern DDBR lakes

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Last Updated június 12, 2018, 12:08 (UTC)
Created szeptember 9, 2017, 07:26 (UTC)
E-mail torok_zsolt2004@yahoo.co.uk
Language Eng
Abstract To understand the trophic state of lakes, this study aims to determine the dynamics of phytoplankton assemblages and the main factors that influence their seasonal variation. Sampling campaigns were carried out in three lakes from the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve. Spectral analysis of specific phytoplankton pigments was applied as a diagnostic marker to establish the distribution and composition of phytoplankton taxonomic groups. Fluorescence spectroscopy was used to quantify changes in dissolved organic matter (DOM). The relative contribution of the main phytoplankton groups to the total phytoplankton biomass and the trend of development during succession of the seasons showed that cyanobacteria could raise potential ecological or human health problems. Moreover, fluorescence spectroscopy revealed that cryptophyta and cyanobacteria were the main contributors to the protein-like components of DOM. It was concluded that fluorescence could be used to provide a qualitative evaluation of the eutrophication degree in Danube Delta lakes.
Licenc CC-BY-4.0
Classification Biota
Creation date 2016-01-15
Publication date 2017-01-01
Last revision date 2017-01-01
INSPIRE theme Protected sites
Free keywords Biota, Protected sites, Eutrophication, Lakes, Phytoplankton, Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve, Romania
Temporal date 2017-01-01
Lineage The publication shows the results of the analyses based on field-data and measurements performed in 2014 in the Matita-Merhei lake-complex (northern part of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve - Romania).
Responsible party Organisation: Danube Delta National Institute for Research and Development
Email: torok_zsolt2004@yahoo.co.uk
Role: Author
Limitations on public use No limitations.
Spatial extent - North 50.24
Spatial extent - South 42.08
Spatial extent - East 29.76
Spatial extent - West 8.15

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