Question

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

Use the pond date above
QUESTION TO ANSWER:
1. Where could the pond be located? Explain your reasoning

Answer in a 7th graders response two sentences

Answer 1

The pond could be located in a sunny area like an open field because it gets direct sunlight, which can cause increased algae growth. The high nitrates in the water might come from fertilizers used on nearby farms, which often help plants grow but can harm the pond ecosystem.