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microscopic plants known as phytoplankton are discovered in a local pond. a new apartment complex is being built next to the pond, changing the amount of sunlight the phytoplankton receive. the phytoplankton that were receiving 8 - 12 hours of sunlight each day will now have between 2 - 5 hours of sunlight. how will the phytoplankton be affected by the new apartment building?
the population will decline over time
the population will migrate to another body of water
the population will decrease their need for food
the population will increase over time.

Explanation:

Phytoplankton rely on sunlight for photosynthesis to produce energy and grow. Reduced sunlight from 8 - 12 hours to 2 - 5 hours will limit their ability to photosynthesize, leading to a decline in population over time as they struggle to survive and reproduce.

Answer:

The population will decline over time.