Dissolved inorganic nitrogen
What is it:
The concentration of dissolved inorganic nitrogen ( DIN = ammonia + nitrate + nitrite) in winter is used as an index of nutrient enrichment in marine waters, as DIN usually limits algal growth in seawater.
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Data originators:
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Links and Resources
Type | Link Title | External Link |
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Web link | SEPA - Monitoring | www.sepa.org.uk |