Eutrophication in water bodies can lead to the formation of dead zones due to a depletion of
A) carbon.
B) oxygen.
C) nitrogen.
D) all nutrients.
E) decomposers.

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Eutrophication can lead to an excess growth of algae and other aquatic plants. When these plants die, they sink to the bottom where they are decomposed by bacteria. This decomposition process consumes oxygen, leading to a depletion of oxygen in the water. This lack of oxygen can lead to the formation of dead zones, where no marine life can survive. Therefore, depletion of oxygen is the most important consequence of eutrophication.

Eutrophication in Water Bodies Can Lead to the Formation of Dead