What phenomenon results from the runoff of fertilizers from agricultural and residential areas causing the aquatic algae in bodies of water to grow prolifically?
A) competitive exclusion
B) habitat fragmentation
C) eutrophication
D) overexploitation

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Eutrophication results from an excess of nutrients in bodies of water, such as nitrogen and phosphorus from fertilizers, causing an explosion in the growth of aquatic algae. This can lead to oxygen depletion and harm or kill other organisms in the ecosystem. Choice A (competitive exclusion) is when one species outcompetes another for resources, which is not related to this phenomenon. Choice B (habitat fragmentation) is the division of habitat into smaller and more isolated patches, which is not related to this phenomenon. Choice D (overexploitation) is the unsustainable use of natural resources, such as hunting or fishing beyond a population's ability to recover, which is not related to this phenomenon.

What Phenomenon Results from the Runoff of Fertilizers from Agricultural