Asked by Victoria Welch on Sep 28, 2024

Which element do authorities try to limit in pollution prevention approaches in freshwater lake ecosystems? 

A)  calcium 
B)  sulphur 
C)  phosphorus 
D)  nitrogen

Phosphorus

A chemical element essential for life, involved in numerous cellular processes and a critical component of DNA and bone mineral.

Pollution Prevention

The practice of reducing or eliminating waste and pollutants at their sources, prior to recycling, treatment, or disposal.

Freshwater Lake

A large body of standing water that contains low concentrations of dissolved salts, distinct from sea water, providing habitat for a diverse range of organisms.

  • Identify the importance of certain pollutants, such as nitrates and phosphates, along with their management strategies.