Distribution and abundance of zooplankton in relation to petroleum hydrocarbon content along the coast of Kollam (Quilon), south west coast of India.
J Environ Biol
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2007 Jan; 28(1): 53-62
Article
in English
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| ID: sea-113327
ABSTRACT
In the present study we examine status, impact and trends in prevailing situation of coastal ecosystem of Chavara, Neendakara, Tangasseri and Paravur zones of Kollam coast in terms of zooplankton density and petroleum hydrocarbon content (PHC). Zooplankton samples and water samples were collected during the period May 2003 to June 2004. The numerical count of zooplankton made and PHC content estimated. Paravur offshore recorded the maximum zooplankton count (1390 no./m3) and Tangasseri nearshore the lowest (700.5 no/m3). The petroleum hydrocarbon content was highest at Tangasseri nearshore (21.95 microg/l) and lowest at Paravur offshore (9.40 microg/l). We also observe statistically significant negative correlation between zooplankton density and PHC for a few organisms. The overall impact appears minor, yet, coastal ocean monitoring imperative for sustainable development.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Main subject:
Water Pollutants, Chemical
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Zooplankton
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Petroleum
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Environmental Monitoring
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Population Density
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Hydrocarbons
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India
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Animals
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
English
Journal:
J Environ Biol
Year:
2007
Type:
Article
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