Which outcome results when a volcanic eruption heavily deposits ash on nitrogen-limited marine ecosystems?

💡 Explanation

Diatoms bloom because volcanic ash introduces limiting nutrients, including nitrogen and iron that enhance diatom photosynthesis. This is termed phytoplankton fertilization; therefore, increased diatom productivity occurs rather than harmful algal blooms because of diatom nutrient preference.

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