Methodology

Entry Protocol, Orientation and Organization of the study

Research Design

Research Locale

Establishment of the study

Collection of the study

Photo documentation

Data analysis

Flow Chart
Too much fertilizer can actually kill the plant and excess fertilizer can runoff into streams and lakes
causing toxic algal blooms that are harmful to aquatic life and even people and their pets. Excess
fertilizer runoff from lawns and agricultural applications also contribute to aquatic “dead zones” in
coastal areas.

Nutrient pollution is the process where too many nutrients, mainly nitrogen and phosphorus, are added
to bodies of water and can act like fertilizer, causing excessive growth of algae

Eutrophication is a natural process that results from accumulation of nutrients in lakes or other bodies
of water. Algae that feed on nutrients grow into unsightly scum on the water surface, decreasing
recreational value and clogging water-intake pipes.

What factors might be influencing the growth of toxic algae blooms?

Contributing factors
 Levels of nutrients such as phosphorus and nitrogen increase in water. ...
 Deep ocean water rises towards the surface and increases nutrient levels. ...
 Water temperature increases. ...
 Water flow is low and moves slowly, such as during a drought.

Does fertilizer increase algae growth?

The results showed that the phosphorous rich fertilizer caused the most growth, while the nitrogen and
potassium based fertilizers did not provide sufficient nutrients to keep the algae living. In conclusion this
demonstrates that phosphorous in fertilizer causes the most algal growth.

Why does fertilizer help algae grow?

Fertilizer (phosphorus and nitrogen) fuels the out-of-control growth of algae and aquatic plants. Without
nutrients, these pests are unable to grow and flourish. Phosphorus is the limiting nutrient in aquatic
environments and is the fundamental base of the entire ecosystem.

Does fertilizer cause blue green algae?

Any type of fertilizer can cause algae blooms, whether it's organic or inorganic, manure or bone meal,
applied on a lawn, an agricultural field or a golf course, too much of it is harmful to our waterways.