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Water Hyacinth is termed as 'terror of Bengal' it causes death of fish because it.

A

Covers the surface of the water that inhibits sunlight to pass through

B

Drains oxygen from the water that causes oxygen deficiency

C

Absorbs nutrients from the water that causes malnutrition

D

Releases carbon dioxide in a huge amount which is lethal to fishes

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