Diatoms as Bio-indicators of Nitrate Concentrations in Local Freshwater Springs

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Diatoms, Pollution, Microorganisms, Freshwater
Abstract

We tested whether diatom abundance and diversity are correlated with differences in nitrate concentration among five freshwater springs in central Pennsylvania. We found no such correlations. We conclude that other environmental factors may be limiting diatom growth and diversity within the study springs.

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2025-08-14
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