Asked by bri

Which of the following does not lead to an increase in phytoplankton reproduction?
a.
increased nutrient availability
b.
increased sunlight
c.
increased oxygen levels
d.
increased levels of carbon dioxide

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
c. increased oxygen levels

Phytoplankton growth is driven by light, nutrients (N, P, trace elements) and carbon (CO2). Oxygen is a product of their photosynthesis rather than a limiting input that stimulates reproduction.