Zebra Mussels / Biological & Ecological Issues
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This 7 page research paper describes the arrival of zebra mussels on the North American continent as well as some projected figures for their spread. The writer describes the biology of these small, inedible shell fish and then explains some of the negative effects they can have on aquatic systems. Since phytoplankton and detritus consumed by tiny animals called zooplankton which in turn are eaten by small fish and these small fish by larger fish, biologists seem concerned that zebra mussels' tendency to eat the same items could damage established food chains by removing needed energy from its bottom level. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Zebramus.rtf

“Gorillas in the Congo”
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A four page paper which looks at the way in which civil war in the Congo region of Africa has had a devastating effect on the already endangered population of mountain gorillas, and the initiatives which are being undertaken outside Africa to increase public awareness of the situation and generate funding for conservation programmes. Bibliography lists 3 sources
Filename: JLgorillas.wps