Which of the following pollutants is responsible for eutrophication?
Nitrogen
Phosphorus
Sulfur
Carbon
Eutrophication is the process by which a body of water becomes overly enriched with nutrients, causing an excessive growth of algae and other aquatic plants. Phosphorus is a primary nutrient responsible for eutrophication, along with nitrogen. Sulfur and carbon are not primary nutrients responsible for eutrophication.