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Excessive accumulation of Nitrogen and Phosphorous in the water helps in growth of which of the following? a. Phytoplankton |
Only a Only a and b Only b and c a,b and c |
Only a |
The correct answer is Option (1) - Only a First option i.e. Phytoplankton is correct. Phosphorus stimulates the growth of algae in slow-moving water. These algae eventually die and decompose, removing the oxygen from the water. This process is called eutrophication which leads to killing of fish and other fauna. |