Which Statement Accurately Describes the Sensitivity of a Lake to Various

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which statement accurately describes the sensitivity of a lake to various factors? 

• A) Lakes less vulnerable to pollution than streams because of flushing and larger volumes of water. 
• B) As lake water temperature decreases, oxygen levels decrease. 
• C) Lakes are more vulnerable than streams to contamination by plant nutrients, oil, pesticides, and toxic substances that can destroy bottom life. 
• D) Stratification increases levels of dissolved oxygen in lakes, especially in the bottom layer.

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