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O2 levels will rise, then when the algae dies, it will float to the top of the water and block out sunlight. The still living algae will not produce as much O2 and animals that cannot survive in low O2 levels will perish. This can cause a dead pond.
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∙ 13y agoThe presence of blue-green algae may lead to water quality problems.
In potable water supplies (ie drinking water), high numbers of blue-green algae may cause taste and odour problems. When the algae die, they can cause blockages in the filters used for water treatment. Blue-green algae also pose a challenge for water supply authorities, as some species are capable of producing toxins. These toxins need to be removed from the water supply before it is supplied for domestic use and consumption, or an alternative supply sought.
The over growth of blue-green algae reduces the sunlight available to the plants and may lead to their death. When aquatic plants and algae die, large amounts of oxygen are required as decomposition occurs. This decrease in available oxygen can lead to the death of aquatic animals such as fish and can increase the release of nutrients and toxic chemicals from the sediments.
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Fertilizers can put extra nitrogen into coastal waters which can cause?
overgrowth of algae that produce toxins
When ponds have an overgrowth of algae from excess nutrients what is it called?
eutrophication
Is red tide cells red blood cells?
No. The red tide is caused by an overgrowth of a type of algae.
How do living things affect the phosphorus cycle?
Phosphates create detrimental effects to aquatic ecosystems. They cause a reduction in the amount of oxygen in the water, as well as causing an overgrowth of algae.
Is frequent use of fertilizers good or bad?
It's both. On the good side it give more crops. On the bad side some of the fertilizer will always leak out into the streams and waterways where it can cause overgrowth of algae and such, where it messes up the environment.
Why does your pool smell of algae?
cause of the algae in your pool! c.s.
Can fertilizer cause algae to grow?
Yes. Algae are plants. Fertilizer is plant food.
What is it called when too much algae cause water to change color?
algae bloom
What can cause excess growth of algae in water?
Algae is caused by the change of nutrients in the water.
What would cause a pool to be green?
Algae
Does algae cause strep throat?
No. That is not possible.
What is a green film of algae in a fish tank signals?
Green algae overgrowth in a tank signals many things. It could mean there is too much direct sunlight or lamps on in the tank. It's possible that the water has too mush nutrients, due to accidental overfeeding. The list goes on.
