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How indicator species are used to assess pollution in the environment?
Indicator species can be used in one of two ways: * the indicator species is one which easily affected by the pollutant. Specimens are kept in an area and observed. When they show distress the pollution rate is climbing, and this happens before the hardier species are impacted. Think of canaries in coal mines. * When a biologist inspects an ecosystem he keeps track of the population and the species present. If only hardy (pollution resistant) species are present the ecology has become degraded. If sensitive species are present the environemt is still good.
Which of the following is the best indicator of so2 pollution?
The best indicator of SO2 pollution is typically the concentration of SO2 in the air, measured in parts per million (ppm) or micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3). Monitoring stations can measure this data to track levels of SO2 pollution in a specific area over time.
Explain how the presence of algae can indicate either pollution or productivity of a body of water?
The presence of excessive algae, known as an algal bloom, can indicate pollution in a body of water due to an excess of nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus from sources like agricultural runoff and untreated sewage. On the other hand, in healthy ecosystems, algae contribute to the productivity of a body of water by serving as the base of the food chain and producing oxygen through photosynthesis. Monitoring algae levels can help assess the health of aquatic environments.
Does soil erosion cause water pollution?
Yes. Soil erosion causes water pollution. The pollution from mud in the water is nowhere near as dangerous to people as the pollution from sewage. Likewise, excess fertilizer runoff creates algae blooms which poison people. Some health food nuts claimed blue green algae is good for you. Many cattle have died from drinking water from ponds filled with blue green algae. Fertilizer drained from farm fields into ponds caused the poisonous algae to grow. The pollution caused by soil erosion is bad. The pollution caused by fertilizer runoff is worse.
What are the biological indicators for air pollution?
Biological indicators for air pollution include lichens, mosses, and certain tree species that show sensitivity to pollutants like sulfur dioxide and heavy metals. Additionally, the health of sensitive species like bees, butterflies, and amphibians can also indicate air pollution levels. Changes in biodiversity and population sizes of these species can provide valuable insights into the impacts of air pollution on ecosystems.
Indicator made from lichens?
The indicator is litmus paper. :)
What is causing a decrease in algae population?
overfishing, pollution, ect.
What is a pollution indicator?
living organism that shows the level of pollution in an area through changes in iys distribution or abundance
What can cause excess growth of algae in water?
Excess growth of algae in water, known as an algal bloom, can be caused by nutrient pollution (such as phosphorus and nitrogen), warm temperatures, sunlight exposure, and calm water conditions that allow algae to grow rapidly. Human activities like agriculture runoff, untreated sewage discharges, and fertilizer use can contribute to nutrient pollution in water bodies, leading to algal blooms.
How Do you call the proliferation of algae in a lake due to the presence of fertilizer in that lake?
You can call it the nitrate fertilizer effect on algae. There is no technical term for this as there are many types of algae and fertilizers. This could be called pollution too.
How indicator species are used to assess pollution in the environment?
Indicator species can be used in one of two ways: * the indicator species is one which easily affected by the pollutant. Specimens are kept in an area and observed. When they show distress the pollution rate is climbing, and this happens before the hardier species are impacted. Think of canaries in coal mines. * When a biologist inspects an ecosystem he keeps track of the population and the species present. If only hardy (pollution resistant) species are present the ecology has become degraded. If sensitive species are present the environemt is still good.
Which of the following is the best indicator of so2 pollution?
The best indicator of SO2 pollution is typically the concentration of SO2 in the air, measured in parts per million (ppm) or micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3). Monitoring stations can measure this data to track levels of SO2 pollution in a specific area over time.
Explain how the presence of algae can indicate either pollution or productivity of a body of water?
The presence of excessive algae, known as an algal bloom, can indicate pollution in a body of water due to an excess of nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus from sources like agricultural runoff and untreated sewage. On the other hand, in healthy ecosystems, algae contribute to the productivity of a body of water by serving as the base of the food chain and producing oxygen through photosynthesis. Monitoring algae levels can help assess the health of aquatic environments.
How does pollution affect waterfalls?
Pollution affects waterfalls because pollution goes through air and can actually fly into water and rivers, which causes water pollution that can somewhat spread. This kills algae and fish and it kills our clean source of water.
Does soil erosion cause water pollution?
Yes. Soil erosion causes water pollution. The pollution from mud in the water is nowhere near as dangerous to people as the pollution from sewage. Likewise, excess fertilizer runoff creates algae blooms which poison people. Some health food nuts claimed blue green algae is good for you. Many cattle have died from drinking water from ponds filled with blue green algae. Fertilizer drained from farm fields into ponds caused the poisonous algae to grow. The pollution caused by soil erosion is bad. The pollution caused by fertilizer runoff is worse.
What are the biological indicators for air pollution?
Biological indicators for air pollution include lichens, mosses, and certain tree species that show sensitivity to pollutants like sulfur dioxide and heavy metals. Additionally, the health of sensitive species like bees, butterflies, and amphibians can also indicate air pollution levels. Changes in biodiversity and population sizes of these species can provide valuable insights into the impacts of air pollution on ecosystems.
Why can algae be considered as indicators of pollution as well as productivity?
i dont know, ask someone who does
