Mathematical modeling of trophic state and nutrient flows of Lake Karla using the PCLake model
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2015Γλώσσα
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In the present article, we simulate Lake Karla, an important natural ecosystem under restoration in Greece, operating also as a reservoir. The lake trophic state is characterized as hypertrophic with the expected negative effects on biodiversity. The simulation of Lake Karla is a significant tool in terms of understanding, predicting and managing the ecosystem. We perform simulations using PCLake, a software package for shallow lakes, which provides a full set of parameters, modeling a wide range of physical, chemical and biological variables. The model is calibrated based on the time series of six variables for year 2012 and validated using data of years 2014-2015. We present the nutrient flow dynamics for year 2012 on a trimester basis, and investigate the interrelations of nutrient cycling and trophic state, through observed variables such as phycocyanin and chlorophyll-a concentrations, Carlson Trophic State Index and ratio of Dissolved Inorganic Nitrogen to Soluble Reactive Phosphorus. © 2015 Springer International Publishing Switzerland.
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