Question

1. the rapid increase in algae populations due to warming water is called:

a. ocean runoff
b. ice bloom
c. fishery rise
d. algal blooms

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option a: Ocean runoff refers to water flowing into the ocean, not algae growth. Eliminate.
• Option b: Ice bloom is not a term for algae population increase. Eliminate.
• Option c: Fishery rise relates to fish populations, not algae. Eliminate.
• Option d: Algal blooms are defined as the rapid increase in algae populations, often due to factors like warming water. This matches the description.

Answer:

d. Algal blooms