How toxic algae is impacting Florida's coastline.

The video explains how nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus, often from rainfall and wastewater, can lead to algal blooms when combined with sea conditions. These blooms block sunlight and produce toxins harmful to marine life, creating dead zones with low oxygen where aquatic life cannot survive.

What are the primary sources of nutrients that contribute to algal blooms?

• Volcanic eruptions and forest fires

• Deforestation and soil erosion

• Rainfall and wastewater outflows

• Industrial emissions and vehicle exhaust

How do algal blooms affect marine life?

• By blocking sunlight and creating toxins

• By providing additional food sources

• By cleaning the water

• By increasing water temperature

What happens to small fish and shellfish when they consume toxins from algal blooms?

• They are harmed by the toxins

• They become immune to diseases

• They develop new colors

• They grow faster

What is a 'dead zone' in the context of algal blooms?

• An area with excessive plant growth

• A zone with high fish population

• A water area where aquatic life cannot survive due to lack of oxygen

• A region with no sunlight

What are the consequences for marine life in areas affected by dead zones?

• They become more resilient

• They thrive and multiply

• They are forced to leave or die

• They migrate to deeper waters