Oligotrophic, Mesotrophic, and Eutrophic Lakes
Oligotrophic
low in mineral nutrients, supports little life, and low in chlorophyll levels.
Mesotrophic
moderate amount of nutrients, transition period from oligotrophic to eutrophic
Eutrophic
green and turbid
highly productive, large populations, high levels of plant nutrients
high chlorophyll levels
By understanding the type of lake one is studying, one can view the amount of plants, animals and nutrients in the water.
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