Which of the following is one of the most common factors contributing to cultural eutrophication of lakes near large cities?
A)runoff from parking lots
B)sewage-treatment effluent
C)using lake water for cooling coal-fired power plants
D)the use of gasoline engines on boats

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Sewage-treatment effluent is one of the most common factors contributing to cultural eutrophication of lakes near large cities. Sewage can contain high levels of nutrients (such as nitrogen and phosphorus) that can stimulate excessive growth of algae and other aquatic plants, leading to oxygen depletion and negative impacts on aquatic life.

Which of the Following Is One of the Most Common