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1985

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The Distribution Of Ceratia Over The Mid-Atlantic Bight, Paul V. Zimba Jul 1985

The Distribution Of Ceratia Over The Mid-Atlantic Bight, Paul V. Zimba

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The distribution and concentration of Ceratium species, between Cape Hatteras, North Carolina and Long Island, New York ls discussed in relation to specific physical factors and the development of a phytoplankton bloom. The progression of high Ceratium counts Is discussed for the Bight areas of New York, Delaware, and the Chesapeake Bay (April through June). The concentration of Ceratium species declined after June, with highest concentrations along the New York and Delaware coast-lines. Coastal regions (less than 12 km from shore) were associated with high concentrations of several species. Path and regression analysis were used to relate physical factors and …