Which of the Following Is True with Respect to Oligotrophic

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true with respect to oligotrophic lakes and eutrophic lakes?

• A) Oligotrophic lakes are more subject to oxygen depletion.
• B) Rates of photosynthesis are lower in eutrophic lakes.
• C) Eutrophic lake water contains lower concentrations of nutrients.
• D) Eutrophic lakes are richer in nutrients.
• E) Sediments in oligotrophic lakes contain larger amounts of decomposable organic matter.

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