Algal Blooms Are a Common Problem in the Mediterranean Sea

question 46

Multiple Choice

Algal blooms are a common problem in the Mediterranean sea because of

• A) The particular species of algae there
• B) Heavy tourism and untreated sewage
• C) Nutrients from extremely active agriculture
• D) The heavy storms and waves that occur there
• E) Huge manure waste lagoons

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