Year: 2016, 2016
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Abstract: <p>The objective of this thesis was to assess current spatial trends and historic trends in the accumulation of trace metals related to the Athabasca Oil Sands Region (AOSR). The AOSR hosts some of the largest industrial developments in Canada, yet relatively little is known about the transport and fate of trace metal emissions from the region – particularly in the relatively remote areas… more Full Text: AN ASSESSMENT OF SPATIAL TRENDS IN THE ACCUMULATION OF OIL SANDS RELATED METALS IN THE CLEARWATER RIVER VALLEY AND TEMPORAL TRENDS IN SIX NORTHERN SASKATCHEWAN LAKES A Thesis Submitted to the Committee of Graduate Studies In Partial Fulfillment of the …
Year: 2016, 2016
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Abstract: <p>Phosphorus (P) is an essential macronutrient. In south-central Ontario, foliar P concentrations are low and studies have suggested that P may be limiting forest productivity. Current catchment mass balance estimates however, indicate that P is being retained suggesting that P should not be limiting to tree growth. Phosphorus deposition is measured using bulk deposition collectors, which… more Full Text: Phosphorus deposition in forested watersheds: importance of pollen A Thesis submitted to the Committee on Graduate Studies in Partial Fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in the Faculty of Arts and Science TRENT UNIVERSITY …