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What is the difference between an oligotrophic and a eutrophic lake?
eutrotrophic
A lake in which minerals are scarce is profundal oligotrophic eutrophic benthic pelagic?
Found it. Its oligotrophic.
What are the importance of oligotrophic and eutrophic lakes?
someone please answer this
What is the range of pH in oligotrophic lake and eutrophic lake?
Well this answers part ofthe Q. I did an experiment at uni that produced an oli. We had a final pH of about 8.2 ish
Is lake mead oligotrophic?
Lake Mead is generally considered a mesotrophic to eutrophic lake, rather than oligotrophic. Oligotrophic lakes are characterized by low nutrient levels and high oxygen content, typically supporting fewer aquatic plants and animals. In contrast, Lake Mead has experienced fluctuations in nutrient levels due to factors like runoff and water management practices, leading to increased productivity in some areas. Therefore, it does not fit the criteria for being classified as oligotrophic.
What is the difference between an oligotrophic and eutrophic environment?
Oligotrophic refers generally to ecosystems which have very little nutrients to sustain life. These can be very salty lakes or soils with a very low nitrogen content.An oligotrophic lake is that with plenty of oxygen but deficient of nutrients for plant growth.
Is lake Michigan a mesotrophic lake?
I want to say yes. Lake Michigan is not Oligotrophic like Lake George in New York. It isn't Eutrophic or Hypereutrophic which are characterized by high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus and low levels of oxygen near the bottom of the lake.
Why are eutrophic and oligotrophic lake are appropriately named?
Eutrophic lakes are named for their high nutrient levels, particularly nitrogen and phosphorus, which promote abundant plant and algal growth, leading to rich biological productivity. In contrast, oligotrophic lakes are characterized by low nutrient concentrations, resulting in clear waters and lower biological productivity. These terms effectively describe the contrasting nutrient statuses and ecological characteristics of the lakes.
What is a example of a oligotrophic lake?
Lake Vostok is the best, example this lake lies beneath the Antarctic and has been isolated for some 15 million years
What happens to the oxygen in a eutrophic lake?
it decreases due to decay of plant and animal material
Fish found in oligotrophic waters?
Trout and walleye are often found in oligotrophic waters due to their ability to thrive in cold, clear, and nutrient-poor environments. These fish have adapted to survive in low-nutrient conditions by having specialized feeding behaviors and efficient metabolisms. Other examples include whitefish and lake trout.
Fish found in eutrophic waters?
Some common fish that can be found in eutrophic waters include carp, bullhead catfish, and bluegill. These fish are more tolerant of the lower oxygen levels and higher nutrient concentrations typically found in eutrophic environments. However, eutrophic conditions can lead to algal blooms that may be harmful to fish populations in the long term.
