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What organisms deplete the water of oxygen during a eutrophication event?

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Large predators




Small fish




Decomposers




Algae

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Answer:

Algae.

Step-by-step explanation:

Eutrophication occurs when excessive nutrients cause a dense growth of algal blooms that can be seen. As algae ultimately die off and decompose, oxygen is consumed resulting in low levels of oxygen in the water.

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