What effect do algae blooms have on ocean ecosystems?(1 point)

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decreased oxygen in the water
decreased oxygen in the water

increased underwater plant population
increased underwater plant population

decreased carbon dioxide in the water
decreased carbon dioxide in the water

increased fish population
increased fish population

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The correct response is:

decreased oxygen in the water

Algal blooms can lead to hypoxia (low oxygen levels) or anoxia (absence of oxygen) in the water, which can be detrimental to marine life. When algae die and decompose, the decomposition process consumes oxygen, leading to further depletion of oxygen in the water, which can harm fish and other aquatic organisms.