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What does eutrophication mean?

Eutrophication is the gradual increase in the concentration of phosphorus, nitrogen, and other plant nutrients in an aging aquatic ecosystem such as a lake.

It has also been defined as nutrient-induced increase in phytoplankton productivity.

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