The pond could be located in an open field or rural area since it gets direct sunlight, which often happens in places without many trees. The high levels of nitrates and the presence of increased algae suggest that there might be agricultural runoff nearby, which is common in farming areas.
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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