A 3-Hectare Lake in the American Midwest Suddenly Has Succumbed

Multiple Choice

A 3-hectare lake in the American Midwest suddenly has succumbed to an algal bloom. What is the likely cause of eutrophication in this lake?

A) increased solar radiation
B) introduction of non-native tertiary consumer fish
C) nutrient-rich runoff
D) accidental introduction of a prolific culture of algae
E) iron dust blowing into the lake