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Introduction of Nile Perch in lake Victo...

Introduction of Nile Perch in lake Victoria of South Africa resulted in

A

Excessive growth of water weeds

B

Elimination of water weeds

C

Elimination of many species of cichlid fish

D

Excessive growth of cichlid fish

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The correct Answer is:
C
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