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Geological Engineering · Q60

Environmental Geology and Sustainability

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 60

Q60

Which environmental issue is caused by excessive nitrogen and phosphorus in water bodies?

A.
Acid rain
B.
Eutrophication
Answer
C.
Groundwater contamination
D.
Soil erosion

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Eutrophication results from nutrient overload, promoting algal blooms and oxygen depletion in water bodies.This harms aquatic life.