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publication descriptionThe 8th International Scientific Research Congress (UBAK) Science and Engineering publication description, Çorum, Turkey, 22 - 23 August 2020, pp.188-195
ABSTRACT
By definition,
eutrophication is explained as the participation of essential nutrients such as
phosphorus, sulfur and nitrogen into the water cycle as natural and
anthropogenic resources, and the deterioration of water quality in lakes or any
large aquatic ecosystems. As a result of eutrophication, the water forms a dark
layer on the surface due to the excessive proliferation of algae, significantly reducing sunlight reaching the
phytoplankton below and obtaining of dissolved oxygen.
In this study, the effects
of nutrients contained in Sahara dust on eutrophication were examined by
conducting experiments on 3 types of algae (Arthrospira platensis, Chlorella
vulgaris and Scendenesmus) under laboratory conditions to test the
relationship between eutrophication and airborne desert dust.
As a result, the
positive effects between eutrophication and desert dusts have been clearly
demonstrated, and it has been revealed that sulphate, unlike phosphate, is the
main cause of eutrophication in water.
Keywords: Eutrophication, Desert Dusts, Algae