Regions: Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut
Tags: biology, microbiology, plankton, light absorbance, algae
| Principal Investigator: | Cota, Glenn (2) |
| Licence Number: | 12638 |
| Organization: | University of Tennessee |
| Licensed Year(s): |
1994
1993
1992
1991
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| Issued: | Jan 01, 1994 |
| Project Team: | M. Goldman & T. Sifferd |
Objective(s): To measure light absorption and attenuation by microalgae , detritus and dissolved colored organics, and to determine photosynthetic rates of phytoplankton; to develop bio-optical algorithms for ocean color studies by satellite.
Project Description: Light leaving the ocean's surface can be detected remotely by satellite. With the proper conversion factors satellites can tell us the amount & growth of plant material in the oceans. Microscopic plants comprise the base of the marine food chain, serving as food for all animals. Because of their dark coloration plants absorb light & produce heat. We are studying what colors & how much light is absorbed by plants to determine conversion factors for satellites.
