Pollution in Narragansett Bay
Data
Based on the data In excel, the pollution levels in Narragansett Bay, RI, vary throughout the month. Most days show normal or slightly elevated algae levels, but there are several days with moderate to extreme algae blooms, which are associated with higher chlorophyll and lower dissolved oxygen. This indicates that while much of the bay’s water is healthy, there are periods of increased nutrient pollution that could stress aquatic life.
Continued Data
The data shows that Narragansett Bay experiences fluctuations in water quality, with occasional spikes in algae levels leading to lower oxygen levels. These periods of higher pollution suggest that nutrient runoff or other environmental factors are temporarily impacting the bay’s ecosystem
