** given the brainliest** if a scientist studying algae growth in a coral reef observed that the presence of a certain type of zooplankton inhibited the algae growth. the scientist hypothesized that the zooplanton was eating the algae. if this hypothesis is supported by experimental work, what conclusions can be drawn?   the zooplankton will also feed on other types of algae as well as coral.   the algae is likely sensitive to ph levels.   the algae can be used to attract zooplankton in deep water conditions.  the zooplankton can be used to control algal growth in some coral communities.

Answer is: The zooplankton can be used to help control algal growth in some coral communities.

Hypothesis is a suggested explanation for an observable phenomenon.

Steps of the scientific method:  

1) ask a question about something that is observed.

2) do background research.

3) construct a hypothesis, an attempt to answer questions with an explanation that can be tested.  In this example, does the presence of a certain type of zooplankton inhibited the algae growth

4) test of hypothesis.  

5) analyze collected data and draw a conclusion.  In this example, the zooplankton can be used to help control algal growth.

first, consult an activity series chart to determine if al is more reactive than fe. it is, so it will replace the fe. now, one can continue with the problem.

next, make sure you have a correctly balanced equation.

3feo + 2al ==> 3fe + al2o3

now, determine which reactant (feo or al) is in limiting supply.

moles feo present = 125 g x 1 mole/71.8 g = 1.74 moles

moles al present = 25.0 g x 1 mole/26.98 g = 0.927 moles

since from the balanced equation, it take 3 mol feo for every 2 mol al, al will be limiting.

you can determine this simply by dividing moles of each by their coefficient in the balanced equation. for example: 1.74/3 = 0.58 and 0.927/2 = 0.464. al is less, so it is limiting.

finally, using the stoichiometry in the balanced eq. determine mass of fe that can be produced from 0.927 moles of al.

0.927 moles al x 3 moles fe/2 moles al x 55.8 g/mole = 77.6 g

the enthalpy of formation of water is given as -285.8kj/mol, which states that the enthalpy of formation is negative.

negative enthalpy of formation indicates that the heat is released during the reaction process. the heat is released from reaction to the surroundings the enthalpy is expressed with a negative sign with the energy given out in the reaction process.

the formation of water takes place by giving out heat which is -285.8 kj/mol.