Senior Project Advisor
Robin Kodner
Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Fall 2021
Keywords
snow algae, alpine, Sanguina, Chlamydomonas
Abstract
The taxonomy and life history of all the organisms that belong to the category of “snow algae” is complicated and contentious. Though scientists publish studies every year investigating these questions, many gaps remain in our collective knowledge. We conducted a study over two years to investigate a newly described genus, Sanguina, in a subglacial habitat system on Mt. Watson. Using size and morphologic data we found yearly occurrences of cysts of both species and can conjecture about their life cycle changes according to microhabitat. Additional work will be done in sequencing and reviewing data before submission for publication.
Submission is a summary of current findings and a statement of research to be completed to make a scientifically publishable work.
Recommended Citation
McBride, Fiona, "Snow Algae of Mt. Watson" (2021). WWU Honors College Senior Projects. 518.
https://cedar.wwu.edu/wwu_honors/518
Subjects - Topical (LCSH)
Algae--Washington (State)--Watson, Mount--Classification
Geographic Coverage
Watson, Mount (Wash.)
Genre/Form
technical reports
Type
Text
Rights
Copying of this document in whole or in part is allowable only for scholarly purposes. It is understood, however, that any copying or publication of this document for commercial purposes, or for financial gain, shall not be allowed without the author’s written permission.
Language
English
Format
application/pdf