Which of the following descriptions most likely describes an oligotrophic lake?
A)A lake with high dissolved oxygen concentrations inhabited by small populations of lake trout.
B)A lake with high nutrient levels occupied by moderate populations of catfish.
C)A shallow lake with low dissolved oxygen concentration and poor light penetration.
D)A deep-water lake with high algal growth in poor light penetration

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Oligotrophic lakes are characterized by low nutrient levels, leading to low algal growth, which results in high dissolved oxygen concentrations. These conditions support species such as lake trout, which thrive in cold, oxygen-rich waters.

Which of the Following Descriptions Most Likely Describes an Oligotrophic