Which one of these are the main cause of eutrophication?

Carbonates

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Chlorides

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Nitrates

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Phosphates

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Solution

The correct option is D Phosphates
Eutrophication is the depletion of oxygen in a body of water, which kills aquatic animals. It is a response to the addition of excess nutrients, mainly phosphates.

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