Question
Biology Question on Applications of Biotechnology
Which of the following gases is primarily responsible for eutrophication of water bodies?
A
(A) Nitrogen
B
(B) Sulphur dioxide
C
(C) Carbon dioxide
D
(D) All the above
Answer
(A) Nitrogen
Explanation
Solution
Explanation:
Nitrogen gases is primarily responsible for eutrophication of water bodies.Eutrophication is the increase in the concentration of nutrients in an ecosystem.Cultural eutrophication is the process that speeds up natural eutrophication because of human activity.Natural eutrophication has been occurring for millennia.The most common nutrients causing eutrophication are nitrogen N and phosphorus P.Hence, the correct option is (A).