The nutrients that tend to limit photosynthesis in marine environments include:

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Nitrogen and phosphorus are essential nutrients for photosynthesis, and their availability often limits primary productivity in marine environments. Carbon dioxide is typically not a limiting factor in marine environments because the concentration of dissolved CO2 is much higher than in the atmosphere. Therefore, options A and D are incorrect. Option E correctly identifies the two limiting nutrients in marine environments.

The Nutrients That Tend to Limit Photosynthesis in Marine Environments