About The Researchers
Justin Chaffin,
F. T. Stone Laboratory, The Ohio State University
Lauren Adkins-Knose,
Miami University of Ohio
Chris Lorentz,
Thomas More University Ohio River Biology Field Station
Hailey Oldfield,
Thomas More University
Moderated by Beth Norman,
Lacawac Sanctuary Biological Field Station & Environmental Education Center
Hosted by Kerry Wininger,
Sonoma State University, Center for Environmental Inquiry
About This Ecosystem
Countries::
North America
States or Provinces::
Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania
Climate Zones:
Temperate
Biomes:
Temperate Forest, Ponds and Lakes, Streams and Rivers
Habitat Types:
Freshwater
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Concepts Explored in this Video
Abiotic Processes: Increased nutrient loads cause rapid increase in cyanobacteria
Biotic Processes: Cyanobacteria create toxins and environmental conditions that kill aquatic organisms and are harmful to humans
Climate Change: Climate is becoming increasingly wet in this region
Technology: On-site sensor identifies type of cyanobacteria in water