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Plankton studies in San Francisco Bay; IX, Chlorophyll distributions and hydrographic properties of South San Francisco Bay, 1984-86

January 1, 1988

This report summarizes the distribution of phytoplankton biomass and selected hydrographic properties in South San Francisco Bay during 1984- 1986. There were a total of 67 cruises during the three-year period with the most frequent sampling occurring during the spring. Parameters measured were chlorophyll a, phaeopigments, in-vivo fluorescence, turbidity, salinity, and temperature.

Publication Year 1988
Title Plankton studies in San Francisco Bay; IX, Chlorophyll distributions and hydrographic properties of South San Francisco Bay, 1984-86
DOI 10.3133/ofr88319
Authors Andrea A. Alpine, Sally M. Wienke, James E. Cloern, Brian E. Cole
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Series Title Open-File Report
Series Number 88-319
Index ID ofr88319
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization San Francisco Bay-Delta; Pacific Regional Director's Office