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On the limnology of Salda Lake, a large and deep soda lake in southwestern Turkey: future management proposals

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:2004
Authors:Kazanci, N, Girgin, S, Dügel, M
Journal:Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems
Volume:14
Issue:2
Date Published:2004
ISBN Number:1099-0755
Keywords:hydromagnesite, limnology, magnesium-saline lake, Meleagris, Meleagris gallopavo, Phasianidae, Salda Lake, soda lake, turkey
Abstract:Abstract 10.1002/aqc.609.abs* 1.The limnological characteristics of Salda Lake, a deep, soda and highly alkaline lake in the Lake District of southwestern Turkey, are presented. * 2.Physical and chemical variables indicate that the lake is composed of hydrochemically different water layers formed by groundwater sources located on the floor of the lake. * 3.Phytoplankton and zooplankton are characterized by a limited number of species and low dominance reflecting the extreme conditions of the lake. * 4.Hydromagnesite stromatolites occur all around the lake margins. * 5.The lake is threatened by falling water levels and organic pollution. Recommendations for the conservation of the lake are presented. Copyright © 2004 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
URL:http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/aqc.609
Short Title:Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems
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