Physical Factors Affecting Production Flashcards
1
Q
What temperature is the density maximum of water
A
4 degrees C (only freshwater)
2
Q
Epilimnion
A
Mixed layer
3
Q
Termocline/metalimnion
A
Layer below the mixed layer, rapid temperature change
4
Q
Bottom layer
A
Hypolimnion
5
Q
Lakes that overturn twice a year
A
Dimictic
6
Q
Lakes that overturn once a year
A
Monomictic
