Phosphate Fertilizers Have Increased the Amount of Phosphate in Lakes

question 76

Multiple Choice

Phosphate fertilizers have increased the amount of phosphate in lakes and other bodies of water. What effect does this increase have on the phytoplankton in the water?

• A) It causes them to form toxic compounds.
• B) It increases their likelihood of being eaten.
• C) It stimulates their growth.
• D) It kills them.
• E) It reduces their photosynthetic capacity.

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