Vocabulary
When a water body becomes overly enriched with nutrients leading to overgrowth in Alge.
What is Eutrophication
Removal of natural vegetation can lead to increased soil erosion, transporting nutrients into water bodies.
What is Deforestation
Improperly treated or untreated sewage discharges introduce nutrients into water bodies.
What is Wastewater disposal
Intensive fish farming and aquaculture activities may release excess nutrients.
What is Aquaculture
Urban areas contribute to eutrophication through stormwater runoff carrying pollutants
What is Urbanization
Airborne pollutants such as nitrogen compounds settle into water bodies.
What is Atmospheric deposition