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Fertilizers and Their Contribution to Water Pollution
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What is the primary source of nitrogen pollution in water bodies?
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Fertilizers
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Fertilizers, particularly nitrogen-based fertilizers, are the main contributors to nitrogen pollution in water bodies. Excessive use of nitrogen fertilizers in agriculture leads to runoff and leaching, resulting in elevated nitrogen levels in water sources.