Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780393615098
Author: John W. Foster, Joan L. Slonczewski
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Question
Chapter 6.1, Problem 1TQ
Summary Introduction
To review :
The possibility of growing up and dominating the producer community for the genetically resistant algae, in case, certain virus depletes the population of an algal bloom.
Introduction:
Algal blooms are the overgrowth of algae in a large area such as in lakes or in marine water systems. It covers the surface of the water body and causes depletion of oxygen level in it, which leads to a condition called eutrophication. It increases the biological oxygen demand of the water body.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solutionStudents have asked these similar questions
Which type of organism does NOT photosynthesize?
a.
Heterotrophs
b.
Producers
c.
Cyanobacteria
d.
Algae
e.
Autotrophs
In your opinion, which mode of reproduction is more advantageous in terms of promoting biodiversity? Why?
Why the population of birds are getting declined in an area where DDT had been used extensively?
Chapter 6 Solutions
Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- In Eutrophication, excess nutrients can cause algal blooms. However, what happens when the algae eventually die? Bacterial – Increase or decrease Oxygen – Increase or decreasearrow_forwardCould there be any advantage for a Phytoplankton cell to not minimize the sinking rate? Explain.arrow_forwardalgae blooms cause dead zones where living things die because of lack of whatarrow_forward
- Question: _____ are primary producers that use inorganic molecules for their energy source. A. Litotrophs B. Heterotrophs C. Consumers D. Apex Predatorsarrow_forwardIf prokaryotes were to disappear suddenly, which part of the nitrogen cycle would shut down? Select all that apply Select one or more: a. Nitrification b. Fixation c. Denitrification d. Ammonificationarrow_forwardFocusing just on the effects of temperature, would you expect the global distribution of C4 plants to expand or contract as Earth becomes warmer? Why?arrow_forward
- Stream orders 1 and 2 are generally shaded by tree canopy overhanging the streams. If you cleared the trees light will reach the stream. Why don't we see phytoplankton colonizing this site?arrow_forwardClimate change and global warming patterns have caused ocean temperatures to increase over the last 50 years. How would the researchers algae farm help fight climate change? What would be the advantage of the algae farm beyond the production of biofuel?arrow_forwardImagine a sealed terrarium containing a plant and a beetle. How does each organism provide resources for the other? Could each organism survive if it was the only living thing in the terrarium? Why or why not?arrow_forward
- Apart from trying to clean up the ocean garbage patches, what other approaches should humans be pursuing to stop garbage patches?arrow_forwardWhere the eutrophication is often seen?arrow_forwardwhich of the following statements about algal bloom and eutrophication is true? 1. Eutrophication is typically caused by the removal of nitrogen and/or phosphorus 2. algal blooms cannot produce toxic substances that threaten drinking water 3. when algae in an algal bloom die, decomposition produces excess oxygen, which can kill fish 4. algae populations grow when limiting nutrients become more availablearrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
- Biology Today and Tomorrow without Physiology (Mi...BiologyISBN:9781305117396Author:Cecie Starr, Christine Evers, Lisa StarrPublisher:Cengage LearningBiology 2eBiologyISBN:9781947172517Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann ClarkPublisher:OpenStax
Biology Today and Tomorrow without Physiology (Mi...
Biology
ISBN:9781305117396
Author:Cecie Starr, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Biology 2e
Biology
ISBN:9781947172517
Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark
Publisher:OpenStax
Nutrient Cycling | Soil Food Web School; Author: Dr Elaine's Soil Food Web School;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVhY4ssMtbI;License: Standard youtube license