An inexpensive photosynthetic irradiance sensor for ecological field studies |
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Authors: | F H Dawson |
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Institution: | (1) River Laboratory, Freshwater Biological Association, East Stoke, BH20 6BB Wareham, Dorset, U.K. |
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Abstract: | The design and characteristics of inexpensive and simply constructed equal-energy response photosynthetic irradiance sensors is described for use particularly where several cells are required in comparative ecological studies either above or below water. The dimensions of the sensors can be changed proportionally to suit different applications or components. The response of the sensor to irradiance at varying angles corresponds very closely to that required by the cosine law. The sensor is comparatively insensitive to other environmental variables in field use and gave a stable output; the long term drift was proportional to electrical output but in continuous use, drift is regular and could reach -0.08 year-1 of the total. The spectral range and cosine response is discussed in comparison to other more expensive (x 5–10) commercially available, sensors and to local standards. |
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Keywords: | ecological light sensor underwater attenuance measurement |
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