The effect of physical and chemical parameters on the structure and composition of the phytoplankton community of Lake Budi (IX Region, Chile)
The effect of physical and chemical parameters on the structure and composition of the phytoplankton community of Lake Budi (IX Region, Chile)
Authors
Basualto, S.
Tapia, J.
Cruces, F.
Peña Cortés, Fernando
Hauenstein Barra, Enrique
Bertrán, Carlos
Schlatter, Roberto
Tapia, J.
Cruces, F.
Peña Cortés, Fernando
Hauenstein Barra, Enrique
Bertrán, Carlos
Schlatter, Roberto
Authors
Date
2012-02-29
Datos de publicación:
10.4067/S0717-97072006000300015
Keywords
Salinidad - Calidad del agua - Lago Budi - Fitoplankton
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Abstract
The chemical characteristics of the waters of Lake Budi (IX Region, Chile), in winter and summer were analysed in order to establish seasonal variations and determine their influence on the various phytoplankton components. On the basis of the results it was possible to indicate that the chemical parameters found in the water body under examination vary in time and space, giving rise to different algal communities. The strong influence of salinity on the phytoplankton communities in both study periods appears to result principally from the influence of the sea, resulting from the intrusion of salt water during certain periods of the year. The predominant chemical characteristic in summer indicates a slight reduction in water quality, due to a rise in temperature and a reduction in the oxygen concentration.