Answer:
A. light penetration
Explanation:
Water clarity refers to how clear a water is, and it is a measure of how far/deep light can penetrate into such a water body. A water that is not clear is said to be TURBID. Several factors affect the clarity of a water body and they include;
- Phytoplankton, which refers to floating algae on the water body. An accumulated growth of phytoplankton can affect the penetration of light into the water, hence, making the water unclear.
- Suspended sediments can also block the penetration of light into the water, reducing water clarity.
- Nutrients in form of fertilizer or waste materials can also make water unclear.
Therefore, LIGHT PENETRATION DOES NOT IMPACT WATER CLARITY, rather it is dependent on water clarity.
