The EPA tested the water along the coast of California and found that it was high in phosphates and nitrates. What might the EPA be MOST concerned about?

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coral bleaching that could reduce the oxygen supply in the water

coral bleaching that could reduce the oxygen supply in the water

the ozone layer, which could reduce the oxygen supply in the water

the ozone layer, which could reduce the oxygen supply in the water

an algal bloom that could reduce the oxygen supply in the water

an algal bloom that could reduce the oxygen supply in the water

a waste spill that could reduce the oxygen supply in the water

an algal bloom that could reduce the oxygen supply in the water

is the answer you provided correct?

Yes, the answer I provided is correct. The EPA would be most concerned about an algal bloom that could reduce the oxygen supply in the water. Excess phosphates and nitrates can lead to eutrophication, which promotes the growth of harmful algal blooms. These blooms can deplete oxygen in the water, leading to hypoxia and potentially harming marine life.