A Technique for Evaluating Algal Growth Potential in Illinois Surface Waters

Wang, Wuncheng; Sullivan, William T.; Evans, Ralph L.

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Title

A Technique for Evaluating Algal Growth Potential in Illinois Surface Waters

Author(s)

• Wang, Wuncheng
• Sullivan, William T.
• Evans, Ralph L.

Issue Date

1973

Keyword(s)

• algae
• algal growth potential
• eutrophication
• fluorescence
• nutrients
• light absorption
• organic particular matter
• sewage
• surface water
• water quality

Abstract

Various techniques were used to measure the algal growth potential (AGP) of Illinois surface waters, and correlation analyses showed the filterable organic mass to be the most reliable criterion. The dry weight of organic mass produced by algal growth during a 7-day incubation in natural water substrate was designated as the AGP of the water tested. The biomass produced was usually dependent on the nutrient level in the water. Mean AGPs ranged from 12 to 82 mg/1 for lake and stream sources and from 120 to 135 mg/1 for sewage sources. The procedures developed provide a diagnostic tool for planning and managing Illinois water resources.

Publisher

Illinois State Water Survey

Series/Report Name or Number

Report of Investigation (Illinois State Water Survey) RI-072

Type of Resource

• text
• other

Language

en

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