Friday, June 29, 2012
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As you stand beside the lake on your waterfront property in Maine, ask yourself why it looks the way it does. If you cup some water in your hand, it appears colorless, but look at the body of water and it has a color. Yes, it does reflect the sky, but it's the water's depth and what's happening down there that also gives it color . What does that color mean?
Oily Sheen on the Water indicates that there might have been a petroleum spill. That oily look may also come from the breakdown of natural sources, e.g. some bacteria get their energy from iron and manganese when these bacteria decompose world cup tickets germany they may appear oily, or slimy black, red or orange as the metals solidify.
(Note: To tell the difference between an oil spill and natural oil sheen poke with a stick If it swirls back together immediately, it's petroleum. If it breaks apart, then it's either bacterial or plant/animal decomposition.)
world cup tickets germany Natural shorelines full of trees and native plants world cup tickets germany form the foundation of a healthy lake. As a Maine lakefront property owner, you can help protect the water quality and natural beauty of your lake for yourself, your neighbors, and future generations.
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