A water toxicity test is a scientific method used to evaluate the potential harmful effects of chemicals or pollutants on aquatic organisms. It involves exposing these organisms to various concentrations of the substance and monitoring their responses and survival rates.
Bioassay: Bioassay refers to using living organisms as indicators for measuring the presence or potency of substances such as toxins or pollutants.
LC50 (Lethal Concentration 50): LC50 represents the concentration at which 50% of exposed organisms are likely to die. It is commonly used to assess acute toxicity in water.
Eutrophication: Eutrophication is the process of excessive nutrient enrichment in bodies of water, leading to increased growth of algae and other aquatic plants, which can harm the ecosystem.
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