Q43 / 160 · JIPMER 2010 · Botany

Water bloom is generally caused by

  • A
    green algae
  • Correct answer
    B
    blue-green algae
  • C
    bacteria
  • D
    Hydrilla

Solution

Water blooms are formed by the growth of some microscopic or semi-microscopic algae, such as, Anabaena, Arthrospira, Nodularia, Nostoc, etc. Water blooms are harmful, as they are responsible for the depletion of oxygen in water bodies.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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