Natural nutrient source

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-018288",
  "term": "Natural nutrient source",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Sources of naturally derived nitrogen and phosphorus. Nitrogen and phosphorus are nutrients that are natural parts of aquatic ecosystems. Nitrogen is also the most abundant element in the air we breathe. Nitrogen and phosphorus support the growth of algae and aquatic plants, which provide food and habitat for fish, shellfish and smaller organisms that live in water.",
  "subject": "Ecosystems",
  "references": [
    "N-STEPS Online Glossary of Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/natural-nutrient-source/"
}