You are given a science question (easy-level) and four answer options (associated with "A", "B", "C", "D"). Your task is to find the correct answer based on scientific facts, knowledge, and reasoning. Do not generate anything else apart from one of the following characters: 'A', 'B, 'C', 'D'. There is only one correct answer for each question.
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Question: The excessive use of nitrogen-based fertilizers causes runoff that increases the nitrogen content of lakes and bays. These nitrogen compounds directly affect the aquatic ecosystems by  
 (A) interfering with the water cycle. (B) decreasing the predator population. (C) increasing the rate of algae growth. (D) causing aquatic animals to grow larger.

Answer: C


Question: A delta at the mouth of a river is the direct result of  
 (A) runoff from sewage. (B) deposition of sediment. (C) an ancient glacier that passed through. (D) an underground river flowing to the ocean.

Answer: B


Question: Phyllis investigated what happened when she added some different substances to water. Which substance can combine with water to form a solution?  
 (A) oil (B) rocks (C) soil (D) sugar

Answer:
D