Which of the following could be a cause of eutrophication?
A)adding a large amount of a limiting resource to an aquatic ecosystem
B)adding a large amount of a limiting resource to a terrestrial ecosystem
C)removing a limiting resource from an aquatic ecosystem
D)removing a limiting resource from a terrestrial ecosystem

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Eutrophication is caused by an excess of nutrients, particularly nitrogen and phosphorus, in an aquatic ecosystem. Adding a large amount of a limiting resource, such as fertilizer or animal waste, to the water can cause an increase in nutrient levels and lead to eutrophication.

Which of the Following Could Be a Cause of Eutrophication