DOI:
10.6073/pasta/c83692ba674ea4a3e71b460fd834e8ef
Data set ID:
360
Tidal bars and tidal flats in shallow, mesotidal estuaries are subject to the action of tidal currents and waves. This complex forcing gives rise to large variations in bottom sediments and related benthic ecosystems. In this research we study the spatial relationships among tidal currents, waves, sediment characteristics, chlorophyll a, and pheophytin in the shallow bars and flats of Plum Island Sound, Massachusetts, USA. Waves and tides have a mild effect on the sand grain size and percent of silt and mud of these shallow deposits.
Publication Date:
Thursday, January 1, 2015
Date Range:
Friday, September 10, 2010 to Tuesday, September 14, 2010