Which of the following happens when there are high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus in a lake or pond?

a. The growth of algae decreases significantly.
b. The photic level gets deeper.
c. The growth of algae increases significantly.
d. Zooplankton populations increase.


c. The growth of algae increases significantly.

The growth of algae increases significantly when levels of nitrogen and phosphorus in a lake or pond increases. This can also shorten the depth of the photic layer and deplete oxygen levels.

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