University of Hawaii: Native Algae Benefit From Pristine Groundwater, Invasives Grow With Tainted Water
January 26, 2022
January 26, 2022
HONOLULU, Hawaii, Jan. 26 (TNSJou) -- The University of Hawaii issued the following news release:
Native marine macroalgae, also known as limu (seaweed), thrive in environments created by natural groundwater seeps, specifically benefiting from the combined effects of enhanced nutrients despite lowered salinity levels, according to a review published by a team of University of Hawaii at Manoa researchers. Conversely, in areas where the seeping groundwater is tainted by excess nitroge . . .
Native marine macroalgae, also known as limu (seaweed), thrive in environments created by natural groundwater seeps, specifically benefiting from the combined effects of enhanced nutrients despite lowered salinity levels, according to a review published by a team of University of Hawaii at Manoa researchers. Conversely, in areas where the seeping groundwater is tainted by excess nitroge . . .