Eutrophication of a water body is mainly caused by

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Eutrophication of a water body is mainly caused by

  1. Heavy metals only
  2. Excess dissolved oxygen
  3. Low temperature
  4. Excess nitrates and phosphates
Answer and solution

Correct answer: D) Excess nitrates and phosphates

Nutrients cause algal blooms that deplete oxygen.

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