The water quality of the pond is poor because it has high nitrates and low dissolved oxygen levels, which can be harmful to fish and other aquatic life. The increased algae also shows that the water is unhealthy, making it a less safe place for plants and animals.
A scientist from the EPA collected the following data from your pond.
POND DATA:
Depth is 5 feet
Nitrates - 8.3 mg/L
Increased algae
Dissolved oxygen 2.0 pom
The pond is in an open field where it gets direct
QUESTIONS TO ANSWER:
1. What is the water quality of the pond?
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