Sample Information

3.5
0.01 9999 No algae Green

1d;14;33

Your dataset indicates that this waterbody has a poor ecological status.
These values are expected to vary throughout the year as a result of weather patterns and changes in land use. Please help us to better understand this ecosystem by continuing to make measurements.

Geo coordinates of Local Area:
Latitude min and max: 51.715878 : 52.315878
Longitude min and max: -1.60555 : -1.00555
Average measurements from citizen scientists in your area:
Sample in the same area: 2287
Average Phosphate concentration (mg/L): 0.75 ± 0.23. Your measurement: 0.01 mg/L
Average Nitrate concentration (mg/L): 12 ± 3.8. Your measurement: 3.5 mg/L
 Average Turbidity (NTU): 24 ± 42. Your measurement: NTU

 

 


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Adderbury Lakes: Lower lake near shelter

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nigel.claxton15
Friday, May 7, 2021 - 00:00
General Information
English
Total number of participants : 
2.00
Notes: 
Partial floating broken green scum. possibly duckweed residue.
Device used: 
Android
Ecological
Freshwater body type: 
Lake
What is the land use in the immediate surroundings?: 
Grassland/shrub
What is the bank vegetation? (select all that apply): 
Trees/shrubs
Is there any of the following on the water surface?: 
Floating algae
Chemical
Nitrate: 
2-5
Phosphate: 
<0.02
Optical
Estimate the water colour: 
Green
Sample for group: 
Thames WaterBlitz

 

 

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