eutrophy
/ˈjuːtrəfi/
noun
- The state of being well-nourished or having healthy growth.
- Eutrophy in plants is often seen in rich, fertile soil.
- The region's eutrophy supports a wide variety of wildlife.
- The doctor noted the child's eutrophy as a sign of good nutrition.
- The process by which a body of water becomes overly enriched with nutrients, leading to excessive plant growth and oxygen depletion.
- Eutrophy in the lake caused an algal bloom that killed many fish.
- Farmers are careful to avoid eutrophy by limiting fertilizer runoff.
- Scientists study eutrophy to understand how to protect freshwater ecosystems.