Baltimore's Urban Streams

The video discusses the environmental challenges facing Chesapeake Bay due to nitrate pollution from urban sources. It highlights research led by hydrologist Claire Welty, focusing on how urban streams contribute to this issue. The study examines natural nitrate processing in streams and the impact of urbanization on these processes. The role of the hyporheic zone in nitrate removal is emphasized, along with the importance of understanding urban water systems for improving water quality and sustainability.

What are some of the main pollutants affecting the Chesapeake Bay?

What methods is Claire Welty's team using to study urban streams?

How does the flow rate of water in urban streams affect nitrate processing?

What role does the riparian zone play in maintaining water quality?

Why is understanding the relationship between runoff and water travel times important for improving water quality?