Eutrophication: an ecological vision.

From: The Botanical Review | Date: December 1, 2005| Author: Ansari, Abid Ali; Khan, Fareed A. | Copyright information

The present review deals with the studies conducted on the impact of phosphorus on growth of aquatic plants causing eutrophication in well-known water bodies the world over. The review covers the definition and concept of eutrophication and the adverse effects on quality and ecosystem functioning. The eutrophication of several water bodies leads to significant changes in the structure and function of the aquatic ecosystem. Several activities of human interest, including navigation and power...

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