Comparison of the major nutrient components of L-broth and filter sterilized lake water.

aAnalysis were performed by Becton and Dickenson (sparks, MD). The data represent the total amount of each component contained in the Bacto Trypton and Yeast extract used to prepare L-broth. The sodium chloride values also include the amount of NaCl used to prepare L-broth.bThe FSLW used in the microcosm assay was analyzed by Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc., (Gainesville, Florida, USA).