Effects of Depth and Sediment Concentration on the Penetration of Photosynthetically

Effects of Depth and Sediment Concentration on the Penetration of Photosynthetically Active Radiation in Water Introduction The purpose of this study plan is to measure the effects of light on sedimentary particles in water. This study plan will include information pertaining to equipment, procedures, and analysis. This plan will also discuss problems that could arise during the sampling. Objectives The objective of this study is to observe whether sedimentary accumulation at various depths will effect …

…absorbs more heat. Unfortunately this also leads to the decrease in light penetration because the particles block the light from reaching the bottom. Therefore reducing the amount of photosynthesis that will occur in the water. While conducting this study plan it could be said that light and depth are proportionate to each other. This means that the depth of the sensor effects the amount of light that can be measured through the sediment filled water.