Influence of Sedimentary and Seagrass Microbial Communities on Shallow Water Benthic Optical Properties
Abstract
LONG-TERM GOAL. My long-term goal is to contribute to the CoBOP project's development of a radiative-transfer model for selected sub-littoral zone environments. My particular interests concern the optical effects of microorganisms on seagrass blades and in sediments. SCIENTIFIC OBJECTIVES. Determine the biomass and composition of sedimentary microorganisms at field sites nearby Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas, and in Monterey Bay, California. When possible, assess seasonal and interannual variations in these microbial communities. Similarly, determine the biomass, composition, and temporal variation (seasonal and interannual) of microorganisms associated with seagrass blades at Lee Stocking Island (Thallassia spp.) and in Monterey Bay (Zostera marina). In concert with other CoBOP researchers, assess how the microbial community affects the flux of photons to and from the sediments and eelgrass blades and how temporal changes in the microbiological community influence temporal changes in benthic optical characteristics.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 1997
- Accession Number
- ADA634938
Entities
People
- Fred Dobbs
Organizations
- Old Dominion University