Use the diagram above that shows the effect of nitrates on water bodies Study it carefully and answer questions.
The phenomenon in the diagram is termed
A.
denitrification
B.
conservation
C.
eutrophication
D.
global warming
Correct answer is C
Eutrophication is the process by which a body of water becomes enriched in dissolved nutrients (such as nitrates in this case) that stimulate the growth of aquatic plant life usually resulting in the depletion of dissolved oxygen.