Eutrophic

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004125",
  "term": "Eutrophic",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a body of water, such as a lake or pond, that is rich in nutrients, particularly nitrates and phosphates. This high nutrient content often leads to excessive growth of algae and aquatic plants, known as an algal bloom. Eutrophic conditions can result in oxygen depletion in deeper waters, harming aquatic life.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "oligotrophic"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 882 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/eutrophic/"
}