Which pollutant effect is most closely associated with biomagnification?
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Correct answer: Increase in concentration of persistent toxins at higher trophic levels
Biomagnification is the increase in concentration of persistent pollutants as they move up food chains. Pollutants such as mercury and some pesticides can accumulate strongly in top consumers.
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