Bioindicators to Evaluate Water Quality in River and Stream Ecosystems
In this video, the concept of bioindicators has been introduced to assess the water quality of river or stream ecosystems.
River or stream ecosystems are important for human livelihood, and they have four values: supporting, provisioning, regulating, and cultural. However, human activities have caused pollution in many rivers and streams, leading to health risks for humans and negatively impacting mental health. The three main types of pollution found in rivers and streams are nutrient pollution, inorganic chemical pollution (such as heavy metals), and organic chemical pollution (such as oils or gasoline). Bioindicators can be used to monitor and evaluate the level of pollution in rivers or streams, which can help to prevent further damage and restore the ecosystem.
Review questions:
- What are the four values of river or stream ecosystems?
- What are the three main types of pollution found in rivers and streams?
- How can bioindicators help assess the water quality of river or stream ecosystems?
Sustainable Development in Health and Ecology
Sustainable Development in Health and Ecology
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