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Prolonged _____ leads to the overgrowth of floating plants in the aquatic ecosystem.


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Explanation :

  1. Excess inorganic fertilizers promote the growth of algae and other aquatic plants.
  2. Higher concentrations of these nutrients in water encourage aquatic plants and algae to flourish excessively, although certain algae and plants can also die.

Final answer: Prolonged exposure to inorganic nutrients leads to the overgrowth of floating plants in the aquatic ecosystem.


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