SPECTRAL LIGHT REQUIREMENTS OF ALGAE
Abstract
Seventeen species of algae representing ten taxonomic divisions were individually grown in white light and light of nine separate 10 nm bandwidths corresponding to the major absorption peaks of known photoactive pigments. Energy levels of the incident light were equalized through the entire series, approximating 15,000 ergs/sq cm/sec. Measurements of growth, pigmentation, photosynthesis, respiration, and where possible, morphology and structure were made following seven to ten days continuous exposure to the light regimes. The rates of photosynthesis and subsequent respiration were determined using the same full light regime as for growth. Light enhancement characteristics and wavelength requirements are shown for these parameters and compositions of specific illumination sources are suggested.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0680972
Entities
People
- Thomas E. Brown