The Effects of UV-B Radiation On the Community of Arctic Lakes
Regions: Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut
Tags: biology, arctic lakes, biomass, invertebrates, algae
| Principal Investigator: | Perin, Sofia (1) |
| Licence Number: | 12682 |
| Organization: | Trent University |
| Licensed Year(s): |
1994
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| Issued: | Jan 01, 1994 |
| Project Team: | R. Round, D. Lean, M. Amyot |
Objective(s): To predict changes at the ecosystem level from a long-term enclosure experiment in high Arctic lakes or ponds that may occur due to increases in UV-B levels.
Project Description: This study will be done by setting up 6 enclosures in a lake or pond. Two enclosures will be exposed to reduced UV-B levels, two other enclosures will be exposed to ambient UV-B levels, and finally two other enclosures will be exposed to enhanced UV-B levels. Regular measurements will be made of algae and invertebrates biomass, species composition, and pigment; and of algal photosynthesis and end products in all 6 enclosures and in the lake.
