Course: Great Lakes Ecology

ONGOING RESEARCH IN THE GREAT LAKES

There are many scientists and programs that invest their time and money in researching varying aspects of the Great Lakes. This research spans and integrate areas of science from chemistry to biology, math, geology and many more.

Watch this video to learn about the research of Dr. Jay Austin on Lake Superior.

Let's learn about the process of water stratification in order to understand how lakes, aquatic animals, plants and humans are impacted by the changing temperature of lakes. Watch the animation.

Also, view this Lake Stratification Diagram.

Complete the Lake Stratification Assignment to apply your new knowledge.

Duration: 60 minutes.