While conducting random water sampling tests from a nearby estuary you measure higher than normal ammonia levels. You also measure an increase in nitrogen-fixing bacteria and blue green algae in the water. Which of the following best explains why this is a good thing?

will lead to an increase in marine organisms

bacteria and blue-green algae convert ammonia into usable nitrogen

will provide evidence that the water is unhealthy

ammonia increases the productivity of an ecosystem

Question

While conducting random water sampling tests from a nearby estuary you measure higher than normal ammonia levels. You also measure an increase in nitrogen-fixing bacteria and blue green algae in the water. Which of the following best explains why this is a good thing?

will lead to an increase in marine organisms

 bacteria and blue-green algae convert ammonia into usable nitrogen

 will provide evidence that the water is unhealthy

 ammonia increases the productivity of an ecosystem

callisto · Answer

This question should be posted in the Chemistry group. Please post it there, thanks!