Phosphorus is the main nutrient which causes eutrophication in rivers and lakes, whereas nitrate is the key substance in salt waters. Increased nutrient concentrations can alter aquatic ecosystems to such an extent that they become unsuitable for consumption and bathing.
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Change “saltwaters” to “coastal and marine waters” in the sentence “Phosphorus is the main nutrient which causes eutrophication in rivers and lakes, whereas nitrate is the key substance in saltwaters.”
The proposal has been accepted - the sentance has been amended as requested.