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Algal blooms are usually caused by excess phosphorous in lakes; nitrogen in oceans. When a limiting nutrient is added in excess to a marine ecosystem, it is called eutrophication (cultural eutrophication if caused by sewage, fertilizer runoff, etc.). With the addition of an algae's limiting nutrient, its carrying capacity is effectively raised and the population grows. As a result of algal exponential growth, decomposers at the benthos region also experience growth. In the decomposition process, oxygen is used; and in the case of eutrophication, oxygen levels can drop to the point where the environment is hospitable to other marine life.
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What causes red algae to be red?
Red algae contain red pigments called phycoerythrins, which are responsible for their characteristic red color. These pigments help the algae absorb certain wavelengths of light that penetrate deeper in the water column, allowing red algae to thrive in lower light conditions compared to green algae.
How does fertilizer running into a pond lower the oxygen level?
The fertilizer causes an increase in algae. As algae die and are decomposed the decomposers increase and use up all of the oxygen in the water.
Is algae in the rainforest green?
Algae in the rainforest can come in various colors including green, red, and brown. Green algae contain chlorophyll, which gives them their green color and allows them to photosynthesize. These algae play an important role in the rainforest ecosystem by producing oxygen and serving as a food source for other organisms.
Can pool algae cause illness in humans?
While pool algae itself is not harmful, it can create a favorable environment for harmful bacteria and germs to grow. These bacteria and germs can cause skin irritations, infections or even respiratory issues if ingested or inhaled. It is important to maintain proper pool hygiene to prevent the growth of algae and bacteria.
How the excess use of fertilizer affects the nitrogen cycle and the phosphorus cycle?
An aquatic ecosystem or nearby waterway causes rapid and overabundant growth of algae.
What causes green algae?
Too much sunlight on the tank!!
In winter the pool is covered except when the pool people come to service the pool what causes the pool to get algae?
well when you leave your pool covered for the winter, you are unable to put chlorine into it. Chlorine prevents algae so to answer your question, the lack of chlorine causes algae
How does phosphours affect the bay?
It causes plant growth and algae growth
What causes red algae to be red?
Red algae contain red pigments called phycoerythrins, which are responsible for their characteristic red color. These pigments help the algae absorb certain wavelengths of light that penetrate deeper in the water column, allowing red algae to thrive in lower light conditions compared to green algae.
What causes a Black coating disease on pebbles in freshwater aquarium?
It is most likely just algae
What causes red algae in fish tanks?
i think if im not mistaken it is blood in the sperm of the fish
How does fertilizer running into a pond lower the oxygen level?
The fertilizer causes an increase in algae. As algae die and are decomposed the decomposers increase and use up all of the oxygen in the water.
What are some causes and risks of rd algae?
it can kill fish and hrm humans but it does a good job in cleaning
What feature causes a moss plant to be classified into a different category than green algae?
Ability to photosynthesize
What two chemicals causes algae to grow the most?
The two main chemicals that promote algae growth are nitrogen and phosphorus. These nutrients are commonly found in fertilizers and wastewater runoff, leading to excess nutrient levels in water bodies and promoting algae blooms.
How do you banish algae?
BioGuard makes a product called "Banish" that kills all types of algae in swimming pools. Pressure washing with bleach water will get rid of algae on surfaces. Removing dead leaves from ponds will prevent growth as it causes organic debris on which detrimental algae thrives. Filtering the pond will also help greatly.
What causes a week old pool to wash out?
Usually it is an imbalance of chlorine or PH, which lets algae live in the pool.
