Asked in UHS MDCAT 2013 2013

Higher rate of a biological activity in a nutrient rich pond water is called:

Correct answer: C. Eutrophication

  • A. Water pollution
  • B. Air pollution
  • C. Eutrophication
  • D. Industrial effects

Explanation

Eutrophication is characterized as the excess growth of algae or aquatic plants due to an increase in one or more growth limiting factors such as nutrients, sunlight, and carbon dioxide.

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Pollution covers the sources and effects of air, water, soil, noise and thermal pollutants, including toxicity, biomagnification, eutrophication and global environmental change. Conservation focuses on protecting biodiversity through habitat preservation, sustainable resource use, protected areas, wildlife laws, and in situ and ex situ methods.

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