Water quality monitoring plays a major role in the understanding of natural and human impacts on coastal waters. Researchers use water quality data to document short- and long-term changes within the water column in an effort to quantify the spatial and temporal variability and trends. Accordingly, it is essential to develop a proficient water quality monitoring program to recognize and prevent potential negative impacts to the aquatic preserve.
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