The WFD defines “good ecological and chemical status” in terms of low levels of chemical pollution as well as a healthy ecosystem defined as at least good ecological status. Classification of ecological status or potential is based upon the biological elements (phytoplankton, macroalgae, benthos and fishes), hydromorphological, physico-chemical quality elements and non-priority pollutants.
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When referring to WFD BQEs, I suggest that you use the terminology given the directive.
Please remove from the second sentence the reference to clasifictaion of ecological potential.