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Aquatic & Terrestrial Pollution

Question 1
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How does eutrophication affect the pH of aquatic ecosystems?

Question 2
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What is one negative impact of eutrophication on aquatic ecosystems?

Question 3
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What long-term implication might result when a freshwater lake undergoes eutrophication at an accelerated rate due primarily to agricultural runoff?

Question 4
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What effect does eutrophication have on dissolved oxygen levels in water bodies?

Question 5
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How might the process of eutrophication in a freshwater lake influence local fishing economies?

Question 6
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What is a potential consequence of eutrophication in freshwater bodies?

Question 7
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What indirect consequence might result from eutrophic conditions that lead to dead zones in coastal waters?

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Question 8
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Why are phosphorous-free detergents considered better for aquatic health?

Question 9
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Which process occurs when a body of water becomes overly enriched with nutrients, leading to excessive plant growth and oxygen depletion?

Question 10
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Which outcome most likely contradicts the initial intent of fertilizer application in agricultural practices due to nutrient runoff leading to eutrophication?