Stream+Study+Research

As we begin this year-long project, it's important that you understand why it's important to measure nitrates and phosphates in streams. So you're going to have to write a research report which answers the following questions:


 * 1) What are the sources of nitrates and phosphates in stream water?
 * 2) What are acceptable levels of nitrates and phosphates in stream water?
 * 3) What are the effects of large quantities of these nutrients in stream water? (Make sure to include something on eutrophication and dead zones)
 * 4) What are some ways to minimize/mitigate the effects associated with excess nitrates and phosphates in stream water?

So let's help each other out here. I want you to do some on-line research and find a good, reliable resource that helps to answer one or more of these questions. Then come to this page and insert a link to that resource. Each person needs to contribute one source (no more!) so pick your favorite website, and give a quick description of it. It's first come, first serve, so don't repeat any that are already listed! What's nice about this collaboration is that at the end you'll have a long list of sources that you can use to write your research report!

__So post your links below:__