Glossary
Please find below a glossary of technical terms and abbreviations used on our web site.
| Nutrient | Substances such as nitrogen and phosphorus, used by organisms to grow |
| Nutrient pollution | Contamination of water resources by excessive inputs of nutrients. In surface waters, excess algal production is a major concern |
| Nutrient retention | Plants are able to absorb and retain nutrients, and therefore reduce nutrient pollution |
