Q55. With reference to Algal Blooms, Consider the following statements:
1. In the favourable environmental conditions, Algae or Phytoplankton may multiply rapidly and form high numbers of cells and this is called an algal bloom.
2. Algal blooms can be of any color
3. Most algal blooms are not harmful but some produce toxins
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Q55. With reference to Algal Blooms, Consider the following statements:
1. In the favourable environmental conditions, Algae or Phytoplankton may multiply rapidly and form high numbers of cells and this is called an algal bloom.
2. Algal blooms can be of any color
3. Most algal blooms are not harmful but some produce toxins
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
The correct option is D (d) All of the above
A bloom often results in a color change in the water Algal blooms can be any color, but the most common ones are red or brown. These blooms are commonly referred to as red or brown tides.
Most algal blooms are not harmful but some produce toxins and do affect fish, birds, marine mammals and humans. The toxins may also make the surrounding air difficult to breathe. These are known as Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs).
A bloom often results in a color change in the water Algal blooms can be any color, but the most common ones are red or brown. These blooms are commonly referred to as red or brown tides.
Most algal blooms are not harmful but some produce toxins and do affect fish, birds, marine mammals and humans. The toxins may also make the surrounding air difficult to breathe. These are known as Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs).
