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| Van Damme, S.; De Winder, B.; Ysebaert, T.J.; Meire, P.. |
| The Scheldt estuary is a vast ecosystem in which powerful natural forces prevail. Tidal action is a key element in the functioning of the estuary. The combination of tide and discharge results in a salinity gradient that is characterized by strong variations in the brackish part. The estuary is a highly turbidsystem. The load of suspended solids is determined by acomplex mix of factors. The dynamic interactions of the physicochemical and morphological parameters lead to a range of various habitats, with highly fluctuating conditions. This, together with the very heavy human impact, both morphological and chemical makes the estuary a very stressed environment in which the survival of plants and animals requires special adaptations. |
| Tipo: Info:eu-repo/semantics/article |
Palavras-chave: Abiotic factors. |
| Ano: 2001 |
URL: http://www.vliz.be/imisdocs/publications/280694.pdf |
