Phosphate Availability During Sediment Resuspension Events in the Great Bay Estuary

Author

Taylor Langkau, University of New Hampshire - Main Campus

Date of Award

Spring 2012

Project Type

Senior Honors Thesis

College or School

CEPS

Department

Earth Sciences

Program or Major

Ocenaography

First Advisor

Linda Kalnejais

Abstract

Phosphate is an important nutrient to marine ecosystems such as the Great Bay Estuary. However, its bioavailability is limited due to its tendency to adsorb to marine sediments, especially iron oxides. This paper investigates phosphate dynamics during a simulated storm compared to calm conditions and aims to quantify the mechanisms of phosphate adsorption.

Recommended Citation

Langkau, Taylor, "Phosphate Availability During Sediment Resuspension Events in the Great Bay Estuary" (2012). Honors Theses and Capstones. 56.
https://scholars.unh.edu/honors/56