by Evan S Plumridge
Climate change and glacial recession have introduced a new pathway for metals to enter the high altitude wetlands of Ausangate, Peru. When newly exposed rock comes in contact with precipitation and meltwater, metals such as Aluminum, Cadmium, Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Lead, Nickel, and Zinc can be mobilized and transported down the watershed and into surrounding wetlands and streams. This represents a potential new source of metals that may impact human health and ecosystem services.
Major:
Environmental Systems Engineering
Exhibition Category:
Engineering
Exhibition Format:
Poster Presentation
Campus:
University Park
Faculty Sponsor:
Mike Nassry, Associate Professor
Poster Number:
187