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Published on: August 12, 2026
Which of the following statement(s) is (are) incorrect reason for eutrophication?
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excess usage of fertilisers 
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excess usage of detergents 
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dense plant population in water bodies 
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lack of nutrients in water bodies that prevent plant growth Choose the most appropriate
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
JEE Main 2021
The process in which nutrient enriched water bodies support a dense plant population which kills animal lifeby depriving it of oxygen and results in subsequent loss of biodiversity is known as eutrophication.
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