Question

select the correct answer. based on the following sentence, what is the meaning of the word deplete? the algae deplete the oxygen supply in the ecosystem, so there is less oxygen available for the fish. a. increase b. reduce c. provide d. create

Explanation:

The sentence states that there is less oxygen available for the fish after the algae act on the oxygen - supply. This implies that "deplete" means to reduce.

Answer:

B. reduce