Predict the Most Likely Outcome of Fertilising Areas of Ocean

question 15

Multiple Choice

Predict the most likely outcome of fertilising areas of ocean with iron.

• A) an increase in dinoflagellate populations that will eliminate problems caused by red tides
• B) an increase in foram populations that will contribute to growth of corals and their symbionts
• C) an increase in diatom populations that will contribute to reducing atmospheric CO₂
• D) a decrease in slime mould populations and thus a decrease in decomposition rates

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