Effects on Nutrient Cycling

On at least a seasonal basis, rooted macrophytes act as

nutrient pumps, translocating nutrients from the

sediments to the water column.

Studies indicate that between 30 and 70% of

nutrients taken up from the sediments are released

to the water column during scenescence. The

balance is tied up in DOM (detritus).

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