Question
How might a moderate increase in nutrient runoff into a lake affect ecosystem stability?(1 point)
Responses
decrease stability
decrease stability
immediate collapse
immediate collapse
no effect
no effect
increase stability
Responses
decrease stability
decrease stability
immediate collapse
immediate collapse
no effect
no effect
increase stability
Answers
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A moderate increase in nutrient runoff into a lake would likely **decrease stability**. This can lead to algal blooms, which can disrupt the balance of the ecosystem, deplete oxygen levels, and harm aquatic life.