Which of the following orders correctly represents the trend in eutrophication?

A.

Lack of oxygen → Death of aquatic organisms → Massive algal growth

B.

Excess nitrates and phosphates → Massive algal growth → Lack of oxygen → Death of aquatic organisms

C.

Heavy mineralization → Lack of oxygen → Massive algal growth

D.

Excess nitrates and phosphates → Lack of oxygen → Massive algal growth → Death of aquatic organisms

Correct answer is B

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