Malouf, Deni2007-11-202007-11-202007-05http://hdl.handle.net/1773/3221Oceanography 444 Senior ThesisAlexandrium catenella is a dinoglagellate which produces a neurotoxin, and is prevalent in Puget Sound. A. catenella represents a serious risk to consumers and farmers of shellfish. This study examines the environmental (temperature) conditions under which A. catenella encysts with a goal of being able to predict the occurence of a harmful algal bloom.en-USAlexandrium catenella -- Washington (State) -- Puget Sound -- GrowthAlgal toxins --Washington State -- Puget SoundDinoflagellate cysts -- Washington State -- Puget SoundMarine sediments -- Washington State -- Puget SoundOther