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Which of the following pollutants is responsible for eutrophication?

Option: 1

Nitrogen


Option: 2

Phosphorus


Option: 3

Sulfur

 


Option: 4

Carbon


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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.

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