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What is the main result of bioaccumulation in the context of biomagnification?
What is the main result of bioaccumulation in the context of biomagnification?
- Increased concentration of toxic substances in organisms (correct)
- Balanced concentration of toxic substances in organisms
- No change in the concentration of toxic substances
- Decreased concentration of toxic substances in organisms
How does the level of toxicity change from lower trophic levels to higher trophic levels in the food chain due to biomagnification?
How does the level of toxicity change from lower trophic levels to higher trophic levels in the food chain due to biomagnification?
- Remains constant
- Fluctuates randomly
- Increases (correct)
- Decreases
What are persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in the context of biomagnification?
What are persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in the context of biomagnification?
- Naturally occurring substances in ecosystems
- Harmless substances with no impact on organisms
- Beneficial compounds found in the environment
- Human-made toxic exhaust substances (correct)
Which term describes the gradual increase of toxic substances from the base to top predators via the food chain?
Which term describes the gradual increase of toxic substances from the base to top predators via the food chain?
What term is used to explain the consistent rise of thermodynamics disturbance in the environment due to certain chemicals?
What term is used to explain the consistent rise of thermodynamics disturbance in the environment due to certain chemicals?
Why do ecotoxic substances like persistent organic pollutants (POPs) contribute to biomagnification?
Why do ecotoxic substances like persistent organic pollutants (POPs) contribute to biomagnification?
What is the primary reason for the proliferation of poisonous materials with the rise of trophic levels?
What is the primary reason for the proliferation of poisonous materials with the rise of trophic levels?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a chlorinated hydrocarbon that contributes to biomagnification?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a chlorinated hydrocarbon that contributes to biomagnification?
What significant event occurred in New Zealand on October 11, 2011, that is mentioned as a cause of aquatic and terrestrial organisms dying?
What significant event occurred in New Zealand on October 11, 2011, that is mentioned as a cause of aquatic and terrestrial organisms dying?
Why are chlorinated hydrocarbons like DDT concerning in terms of biomagnification?
Why are chlorinated hydrocarbons like DDT concerning in terms of biomagnification?
Which of the following does NOT contribute to the primary reasons for biomagnification as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following does NOT contribute to the primary reasons for biomagnification as mentioned in the text?
How do oil spills contribute to biomagnification according to the text?
How do oil spills contribute to biomagnification according to the text?
What is a primary cause of biomagnification according to the text?
What is a primary cause of biomagnification according to the text?
How does Selenium contribute to the harm caused to marine animals?
How does Selenium contribute to the harm caused to marine animals?
What is the main way toxins are transferred from mother orcas to their offspring?
What is the main way toxins are transferred from mother orcas to their offspring?
What effect does the overgrowth of algae and microbes have on water?
What effect does the overgrowth of algae and microbes have on water?
Why did the US government ban DDT production in 1972?
Why did the US government ban DDT production in 1972?
Which activity contributes to excessive deposition of sewage, agricultural, and industrial waste?
Which activity contributes to excessive deposition of sewage, agricultural, and industrial waste?
What is a common health issue caused by biomagnification in humans?
What is a common health issue caused by biomagnification in humans?
Why is plastic considered harmful for the environment in terms of biomagnification?
Why is plastic considered harmful for the environment in terms of biomagnification?
What role do nitrate and phosphorus play in the process of algal bloom?
What role do nitrate and phosphorus play in the process of algal bloom?
Why are humans particularly affected by biomagnification?
Why are humans particularly affected by biomagnification?
How does biomagnification impact the food chain?
How does biomagnification impact the food chain?
What is the most common example of biomagnification mentioned in the text?
What is the most common example of biomagnification mentioned in the text?
What is the main concern expressed in the text?
What is the main concern expressed in the text?
Which action is recommended for building a healthy environment?
Which action is recommended for building a healthy environment?
What is the ultimate goal emphasized in the text?
What is the ultimate goal emphasized in the text?
Which statement aligns with Henry David Thoreau's perspective mentioned in the text?
Which statement aligns with Henry David Thoreau's perspective mentioned in the text?
What is a recommended way to decrease environmental pollution according to the text?
What is a recommended way to decrease environmental pollution according to the text?
How can the system be protected from collapse, as stated in the text?
How can the system be protected from collapse, as stated in the text?
