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Community dynamics of benthic diatoms across salinity gradient in Mai pond of Jeju Island

Title
Community dynamics of benthic diatoms across salinity gradient in Mai pond of Jeju Island
Author(s)
전예빈
Keyword
Benthic diatom, Brackish water, Jeju Island, salinity gradien
Issued Date
2023
Publisher
한국해양대학교 해양과학기술전문대학원
URI
http://repository.kmou.ac.kr/handle/2014.oak/13281
http://kmou.dcollection.net/common/orgView/200000698441
Abstract
This study investigates the variations in benthic diatom assemblages across a salinity gradient in Mai pond, a brackish environment located on Jeju Island, South Korea. Brackish zones are ecologically important regions where freshwater and seawater mix, creating a dynamic transition zone which supports diverse habitats and species. Benthic diatoms, a group of photosynthetic microalgae, play a crucial role in estuarine ecosystems by serving as primary producers and indicators of environmental changes. The primary objective of this research is to examine how salinity gradients influence the composition and distribution of benthic diatom communities in Mai pond. To achieve this, water and sediment samples were collected along a transect spanning the brackish zone, covering a range of salinity levels. Diatom species were identified and quantified using Light microscopic and Scanning electron microscope, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of community structure and diversity. Microscopic observations have been revealed distinct variations in benthic diatom assemblages corresponding to the salinity gradient. Certain species exhibited preferences for either freshwater or marine environments, while others demonstrated a greater tolerance for salinity fluctuations. These findings highlight the ecological significance of salinity gradients in shaping the distribution and composition of benthic diatoms in Mai pond. Understanding the responses of benthic diatom communities to salinity gradients in brackish
ecosystems contributes to our knowledge of the overall brackish biodiversity and functioning. Moreover, the present research would provide valuable insights for the conservation and management of brackish environments, particularly in the context of ongoing global environmental changes and their potential impacts on coastal ecosystems.
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