Abstract
A massive bloom of halobacteria that had developed in the upper water layers of the Dead Sea in summer 1980 together with a bloom of the unicellular green algae Dunaliella was present for more than 2 years. Simulation experiments performed in ponds in the Dead Sea area showed that the availability of phosphate, the extent of dilution with less saline water, and the availability of a suitable carbon source determine the extent of the development of halobacteria in Dead Sea water.The number of particles resembling bacteria per milliliter of surface water decreased more than fivefold between November and December 1982, while the particulate protein decreased to below detection limits. This sudden decrease was correlated with a change in the physical structure of the water column from stratification to overturn.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
