The pond could be located in a sunny field because it gets direct sunlight, which can help algae grow. The high nitrates show that there might be fertilizer or waste in the water, which can happen if there are farms or people nearby.
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
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