Question

commercial fertilizers, which are made by humans, are used to enrich soil for healthier crops. however, erosion may carry the fertilizer chemicals to the oceans. the presence of these chemicals may cause certain kinds of algae to reproduce rapidly. this decreases the amount of oxygen in the water, which can cause organisms that depend on it, like fish, to die. which statements describe the impact of the use of fertilizers? select two options. it improves the growth of crops. it provides more food for fish. it causes erosion and washes away soil. it causes the death of crops. it harms organisms that live in the oceans.

Explanation:

The text mentions that fertilizers enrich soil for better - crop growth and also that when carried to oceans, they can harm ocean organisms. Fertilizers improve crop growth as they are used to enrich soil. And the presence of fertilizer chemicals in the ocean can decrease oxygen levels, harming ocean - dwelling organisms.

Answer:

It improves the growth of crops.
It harms organisms that live in the oceans.