Q. Eutrophication results in reduction of

A) Mineral salts
B) Dissolved oxygen
C) Parasitic Protozoa
D) Dissolved nitrate
Explanation

Eutrophication is the phenomenon of nutrient enrichment of a water body. It initially supports a dense growth of plants and animal life causing algal bloom, which cuts off light from submerged plants. The latter die. This results in the reduction of dissolved oxygen.

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