Abstract
This study investigates how hydrodynamic energy controls organic matter (OM) deposition in the Wouri Estuary using sediment cores from Mungo and Dimbamba. OM was determined using the Loss on Ignition (LOI) methods with samples dried at 105°C for 48 hours and combusted at 550°C for 4 hours .
High OM values at Mungo (27.4–42.6%) indicate a low-energy environment that promotes sediment deposition and OM preservation. In contrast, low OM values at Dimbamba (15.7–30.5%) reflect high-energy conditions that enhance sediment reworking and limit OM accumulation.
These results confirm that OM content is an effective proxy for hydrodynamic energy and depositional processes.
Faculty Advisor
Dr . Henry Agbogyn
Department/Program
Geosciences
Submission Type
in-person poster
Date
4-13-2026
Rights
Copyright the Author(s)
Recommended Citation
Traore, Maimouna
(2026)
"Hydrodynamic Control on Organic Matter Deposition in Mungo and Dimbamba (Wouri Estuary)”,"
SACAD: Scholarly Activities: Vol. 2026, Article 105.
Available at:
https://scholars.fhsu.edu/sacad/vol2026/iss2026/105
