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SXR216 Environmental Science in the Field


SXR216 Picture Gallery > Derrygonnelly

Please note that the Derrygonnelly centre is no longer available on SXR216. However, as the same activities are on offer at both the other centres, the pictures below still provide a good illustration of what to expect from your week on SXR216.

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Orientation




Considering the factors that have contributed to the formation of the present day landscape.
(Courtesy of Mark Brandon)

Taking meteorological measurements




Taking meteorological measurements using anemometers and whirling hygrometers.
(Courtesy of Mark Brandon)

Weather Station




Visiting a meteorological station to discuss instrumentation.
(Courtesy of Mark Brandon)

River activity




Measuring river gradient by using a level and estimating river discharge (flow speed and cross section).
(Courtesy of Phil Weaver)

Discussing soil horizons




Discussing soil horizons after digging a soil pit.
(Courtesy of Mark Brandon)

Measuring soil samples




Measuring nitrate and phosphate levels in soil samples.
(Courtesy of Mark Brandon)

Conducting a vegetation survey





Conducting a vegetation survey.
(Courtesy of Phil Weaver)

Groupwork




Working in groups to describe and contrast two different areas.
(Courtesy of Phil Weaver)