Abundance of phosphate, causing algal overgrowth, resulting in depletion of oxygen and killing other aquatic life is known as

Ecological succession

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Eutrophication

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Guano deposits

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Greenhouse effect

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The correct option is B Eutrophication
Abundance of the nutrients like phosphate, nitrogen or compounds containing both in the environment which results in the enrichment of an ecosystem like pond, lake etc. results into eutrophication. It causes algal bloom (unlimited growth of algae) and growth of other aquatic plants. In extreme conditions, it causes death of the aquatic flora and fauna due to the depletion of oxygen in the ecosystem.

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