Dead Zones

Eutrophication: Eutrophication is the process by which bodies of water become enriched with nutrients (such as nitrogen and phosphorus), leading to excessive plant growth (algae) and subsequent dead zones.

Hypoxia: Hypoxia refers to low oxygen levels in water, which can occur in dead zones. It is harmful to aquatic organisms that require oxygen for survival.

Nutrient Pollution: Nutrient pollution happens when excessive amounts of nutrients, often from human activities like agriculture and wastewater discharge, enter water bodies and contribute to the formation of dead zones.