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Scientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.
Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.
Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.
Experiment 1
Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.
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Scientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.
Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.
Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.
Experiment 1
Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.
Experiment 2
The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.
Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.
The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.
Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.
Q. According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?
- a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.
- b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.
- c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.
- d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
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The best answer is c. Table 2 shows the chlorophyll, phosphate, and nitrate concentrations at three distances from the lake on different days.
According to the passage, fertilizer was applied on day three. On day four, the chlorophyll levels increased only slightly. This information best supports answer choice c. The remaining answer choices are all true based on the data in Table 2.
According to the passage, fertilizer was applied on day three. On day four, the chlorophyll levels increased only slightly. This information best supports answer choice c. The remaining answer choices are all true based on the data in Table 2.
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The best answer is c. Table 2 shows the chlorophyll, phosphate, and nitrate concentrations at three distances from the lake on different days.
According to the passage, fertilizer was applied on day three. On day four, the chlorophyll levels increased only slightly. This information best supports answer choice c. The remaining answer choices are all true based on the data in Table 2.
According to the passage, fertilizer was applied on day three. On day four, the chlorophyll levels increased only slightly. This information best supports answer choice c. The remaining answer choices are all true based on the data in Table 2.
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Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
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Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer? for ACT 2025 is part of ACT preparation. The Question and answers have been prepared according to the ACT exam syllabus. Information about Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer? covers all topics & solutions for ACT 2025 Exam. Find important definitions, questions, meanings, examples, exercises and tests below for Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?.
Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer? for ACT 2025 is part of ACT preparation. The Question and answers have been prepared according to the ACT exam syllabus. Information about Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer? covers all topics & solutions for ACT 2025 Exam. Find important definitions, questions, meanings, examples, exercises and tests below for Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?.
Solutions for Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer? in English & in Hindi are available as part of our courses for ACT.
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Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?, a detailed solution for Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer? has been provided alongside types of Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer? theory, EduRev gives you an
ample number of questions to practice Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageScientists have observed rapid eutrophication of a local lake, at a rate much higher than that of other lakes in the area.Eutrophication is the aging of a lake, resulting in increased levels of plant life and accumulated sediments, brought on by a build-up of nutrients such as nitrates and phosphates.Rapid eutrophication is harmful, as it leads to the dying off of cold water fish such as trout. Researchers performed the following experiments to determine the possible source of the increased nitrates and phosphates.Experiment 1Scientists suspected that one source of nutrients was a feeder stream which intercepts run-off from farmland where pesticides and animal waste are found. Water samples were obtained over several days from that stream (Feeder A) as well as another feeder stream (Feeder B) not near the farm. Results are displayed in Table 1.Experiment 2The scientists also surmised that another possible source of harmful nutrients entering the lake was run-off from a golf course adjacent to the lake where fertilizers were applied.Water samples were obtained from the lake at various distances (0 meters, 100 meters and 200 meters) from the golf course on four successive days, and the levels of chlorophyll, phosphates, and nitrates were measured. The results are depicted in Table 2.Q.According to Table 2, which of the following statements is NOT true?a)Chlorophyll levels increase as distance to the golf course decreases.b)Phosphate concentration is unaffected by fertilizer application.c)Chlorophyll levels increase sharply the day after application of fertilizer on the golf course.d)Nitrate concentration decreases as distance from golf course increases.Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer? tests, examples and also practice ACT tests.
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