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Observations on the chemistry of the waters of the Bay of Bengal off Madras city during 1948–1949

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Studies were made on the distribution and seasonal variation of salinity, dissolved oxygen and nutrients in the surface waters of the Bay of Bengal in the vicinity of Madras during 1948–49. The various constituents show marked seasonal fluctuations. The variations of phosphates and nitrates during the period appear to be more regular than those of silicates. The influx of fresh water at a certain season during the year is offered as an explanation for this phenomenon.

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Jayaraman, R. Observations on the chemistry of the waters of the Bay of Bengal off Madras city during 1948–1949. Proc. Indian Acad. Sci. 33, 92–99 (1951). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03051511

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