Essays about: "invasive aquatic plants"

Found 4 essays containing the words invasive aquatic plants.

  1. 1. The floating menace : Evaluation of methods to eradicate Nymphoides peltata in Lake Mälaren

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

    Author : Jonas Beretta-Piccoli; [2020]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Invasive alien species are the second biggest threat to global biodiversity. Biodiversity loss results in loss of ecosystem functions and resilience. Freshwater ecosystems are more sensitive to invasions; therefore, their biodiversity is decreasing at a much faster rate in comparison to terrestrial ones. READ MORE

  3. 2. Sources of organic carbon fueling carbon emissions from tropical reservoirs

    University essay from

    Author : Gabriella Villamor Saucedo; [2016]
    Keywords : tropical reservoirs; decomposition; autochthonous carbon; allochthonous carbon; tropical macrophytes; methanogenesis; tropiska vattenkraftsmagasin; metangasproduktion; autoktont OM; alloktont OM; tropiska makrofyter;

    Abstract : For a sustainable energy supply, it is of importance to be aware about the environmental impacts from the different energy sources. Hydroelectric reservoirs in tropical areas have been found to emit more greenhouse gases (GHG) than reservoirs from boreal regions. READ MORE

  4. 3. Effects of manure from water hyacinth on soil fertility and maize performance under controlled conditions in Rwanda

    University essay from SLU/Swedish Biodiversity Centre

    Author : Freddy Rutonesha Gashamura; [2009]
    Keywords : Maize; manure; soil properties; water hyacinth; yield; Rwanda; invasive aquatic plants;

    Abstract : The aim of the present study was to evaluate the impact of manure from water hyacinth on soil properties, maize growth and yield. The soil tested was collected from Gahororo in eastern Rwanda. The maize ZM 607 variety was selected as the test plant. A Randomized Complete Block Design with three replicates and seven treatments was established. READ MORE

  5. 4. Global warming opens the door for invasive macrophytes in Swedish lakes and streams

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Environmental Assessment

    Author : Simon Hallstan; [2005]
    Keywords : global warming; invasive species; Swedish lakes and streams;

    Abstract : Global warming opens the door for invasive macrophytes in Swedish lakes and streams The increased travelling and transporting by man has caused more species to be moved to new areas, e.g. in ballast water. These species are called introduced species or alien species. READ MORE