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Human Pressures Other Than Climate Change

Thomas Evans via YouTube

Overview

Explore the major human impacts on stream ecology beyond climate change in this 38-minute lecture from BIOL 380 - Stream Ecology. Delve into topics such as lead and mercury pollution, eutrophication, acid rain, large dams, and fish stocking. Examine the historical context of human impacts on rivers and their implications for restoration efforts. Gain insights from two key papers: Wohl's study on compromised rivers and Carpenter et al.'s review of global change effects on freshwater ecosystems. Understand the complex interplay between human activities and stream ecosystems, and consider the challenges faced in preserving and restoring these vital waterways.

Syllabus

Introduction
Human impacts
Pollution
Lead
Mercury
Eutrophication
Acid Rain
impoundments
large dams
stocking
bugs
infrastructure
climate change

Taught by

Thomas Evans

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