If Phosphorus Concentrations Were to Suddenly Increase in a Marine

question 48

Multiple Choice

If phosphorus concentrations were to suddenly increase in a marine ecosystem, which of the following would likely occur?

• A)increased primary productivity
• B)decreased primary productivity
• C)no change in the rate of primary productivity

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