What can the reader infer from the information in paragraphs 6 and 7?
Russia has maintained a strict environmental controls in the Lake Baikal area
Algae blooms are common in large freshwater lakes similar to Lake Baikal
People have lived in the vicinity of Lake Baikal for thousands of years
the tourist industry has had a positive effect on the area around Lake Baikal
The reader can infer that the strict environmental controls in the Lake Baikal area have helped prevent or minimize the occurrence of algae blooms. Additionally, the fact that people have lived in the vicinity of Lake Baikal for thousands of years suggests that the area has been well-preserved and possibly cherished for its natural beauty. The positive effect of the tourist industry on the area around Lake Baikal implies that the industry has likely contributed to the preservation and development of the area.
