Particle capture by seagrass canopies under an oscillatory flow

Although seagrass canopies are known to enhance particle sedimentation, there is still limited knowledge about how seagrasses modify the vertical distribution of sediment particles; especially when particles come from allochthonous sources. This study determined volume trapped by leaves, amount that remains in suspension both within and above canopy, deposited onto seabed. A set laboratory experiments were conducted which hydrodynamic conditions canopy densities varied mimic real field conditions. demonstrated quantified previously recorded observations concerning fate meadows. Seagrass meadows decreased suspended capturing on blades enhancing sedimentation However, whole increased with density reduced number canopy. The ecological implications significant, since a seabed covered vegetation, compared bare seabed, produced reduction improving water clarity. Furthermore, (compared substrates) enhanced denser was, greater