Eutrophic Lakes

Definition

Eutrophic lakes are bodies of water that have high nutrient concentrations, resulting in excessive plant growth (such as algae) and reduced oxygen levels. These lakes often appear greenish or murky due to algal blooms.

Related terms

Algal Blooms:

Rapid growths or accumulations of algae in bodies of water due to excessive nutrient availability.

Hypoxia:

A condition where there is low dissolved oxygen concentration in a body of water, leading to harm or death for aquatic organisms.

Cultural Eutrophication: The process by which human activities contribute excess nutrients (e.g., from agriculture or sewage) into bodies of water, accelerating eutrophication.