Mathematical Models Of Water Quality In Large Lakes Part 1: Lake Huron And Saginaw Bay
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1980-07
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This research was undertaken to develop and apply a mathematical model
of the water quality in large lakes, particularly Lake Huron and Saginaw Bay
(Part 1) and Lake Erie (Part 2).
A mathematical model of phytoplankton biomass was developed which incorporates
both phytoplankton and zooplankton as well as phosphorus, nitrogen
and silica nutrient forms. Extensive water quality data for Lake Huron and
Saginaw Bay was analyzed and statistically reduced. The model was then calibrated
by comparison of computed results to these data.
An exhaustive treatment of the kinetics employed for modeling the eutrophication
process is presented. The sensitivity of the model to some of its
key parameters is examined. In addition, responses of water quality in Lake
Huron and Saginaw Bay system to variations in total phosphorus inputs are
projected.
This report was submitted in fulfillment of Grant No. R803030 by Manhattan
College under the sponsorship of the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency.
This report covers the project period March 26, 1974 to March 25, 1977.
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Mathematical Models, Water Quality, Large Lakes, Lake Huron, Saginaw Bay