A quality classification for management of Scottish standing waters

The development of a national scheme for the standing waters of Scotland is described. It classifies waters along three gradients – phosphorus, loss of acid neutralising capacity and degree of contamination with toxic suubstances. A series of case studies provide examples of the application of the classification in lake management.

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