The greatest source of both nitrogen and phosphorus entering Chesapeake Bay is ______________
A) agriculture
B) municipal and industrial wastewater
C) urban fertilizer runoff
D) septic systems
E) natural sources

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Agriculture is the largest contributor to nitrogen and phosphorus pollution in the Chesapeake Bay, accounting for roughly 44% and 57% respectively. While other sources such as wastewater and urban runoff also contribute, agriculture has the greatest impact.

The Greatest Source of Both Nitrogen and Phosphorus Entering Chesapeake