Studies on Mangrove Sediment Texture and Nutrients along Bhayander Creek of Maharashtra Coast

The observation on mangrove sediment variables along Bhayander creek of district Thane within Maharashtra coast was carried to analyze the deterioration level of mangrove sediment due to water pollution. Research was conducted during October 2016 to September 2017. Different sediment variables like sand, silt, clay, organic carbon, organic matter, total nitrogen and available phosphate were determined. Texture of sand, silt and clay was widely oscillated during the said period. Organic matter, Organic carbon, available phosphate, and total nitrogen were found significantly different seasonally throughout the study period. Observations showed noteworthy uncertainties in all the sediment variables found distinct within their limits. Study proposes the measures to mitigate contamination of Bhayander creek and anthropogenic restrictions.