phosphorus index

The phosphorus index is a scientific tool used to evaluate the risk that excess phosphorus from land sources, like farms or fields, will wash into water bodies and cause pollution, such as harmful algae blooms. It considers factors like soil type, land slope, farming practices, and how close the land is to streams or lakes. By assessing these elements, the phosphorus index helps identify areas at higher risk of phosphorus runoff, guiding land management strategies to protect water quality and prevent environmental problems.