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Why are zebra mussels harmful to the lake​

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The zebra mussels also outcompete the natives for food and space, and because of their fast reproduction can quickly overwhelm a water system.

Step-by-step explanation:

The feeding habits of zebra mussels can also have a drastic impact on an infested lake. Zebra mussels are filter feeders that siphon particles of plankton from the water.

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