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Science on Tap: Secrets of Seagrass Part 2

Offered By: UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI via YouTube

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Marine Ecosystems Courses Remote Sensing Courses Sea-Level Rise Courses Microplastics Courses Ocean Acidification Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of seagrass in this 25-minute presentation from the "Science on Tap" series. Dive into the secrets of these underwater meadows as Savanna Barry, a Florida Sea Grant Agent from UF/IFAS Nature Coast Biological Station, shares her expertise on sustainable coastal activities, citizen science, and habitat restoration. Learn about the differences between eel grass and turtle grass, compare seagrass to freshwater grass, and understand the importance of sediment profiles and seagrass roots. Discover the recolonization rates of seagrass beds and their response to environmental challenges like sea level rise and ocean acidification. Investigate the role of seagrass in supporting marine life, including scallops, and explore cutting-edge research techniques such as comparative studies, microplastics analysis, and remote sensing for global seagrass monitoring.

Syllabus

Intro
Nature Coast Biological Station
Seagrass Beds
Oxygen Budget
Eel Grass vs Turtle Grass
Seagrass vs Freshwater Grass
Sediment Profiles
Seagrass Roots
Recolonization Rate
Sea Level Rise
Ocean Acidification
Scallops
Comparative research
Microplastics
Global Seagrass
Remote Sensing


Taught by

UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI

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