CHARACTERIZATION OF MACROINVERTEBRATE COMMUNITIES IN THE HYPORHEIC ZONE OF RIVER ECOSYSTEMS REFLECTS THE PUMP-SAMPLING TECHNIQUE USED.

Characterization of Macroinvertebrate Communities in the Hyporheic Zone of River Ecosystems Reflects the Pump-Sampling Technique Used.

The hyporheic zone of river ecosystems provides a habitat for a diverse macroinvertebrate community that makes a vital contribution to ecosystem functioning and biodiversity.However, effective methods for sampling this community have proved difficult to establish, due to the inaccessibility of subsurface sediments.The aim of this study was to compa

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Experience of cumulative effects assessment in the UK

Cumulative effects assessment (CEA) is a development of environmental impact assessment which attempts to take into account the wider picture Beckett of what impacts may affect the environment as a result of either multiple or linear projects, or development plans.CEA is seen as a further valuable tool in promoting sustainable development.The broad

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