Which statement about lakes is true?
A) Stratified layers of lakes are characterized by vertical mixing.
B) Stratification increases levels of dissolved oxygen,especially in the bottom layer.
C) Lakes are more vulnerable than streams to contamination by plant nutrients,and toxic substances
D) Lakes have more flushing than streams.
E) Changing of water in lakes takes days to weeks.

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Lakes are more vulnerable to contamination by plant nutrients and toxic substances than streams because they have less flushing and water movement, allowing pollutants to accumulate more easily.

Which Statement About Lakes Is True