Graphing The Data: Determining Q₁₀ Values in Salmon

Salmon researchers measured the oxygen demands of the fish across a range of different water temperatures. Using their data in the following table, and with reference to Figure 2.18, create a graph that demonstrates how oxygen demand changes with temperature. Based on this graph, calculate the Q10 value for the salmon between 5 and 15°C.

TEMPERATURE (°C)

OXYGEN DEMAND (mg O2/kg/minute)

5 2.0
10 2.7
15 4.0
20 5.6