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altibaby

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Discuss the pathway that leads to biomagnification of a contaminant in fish, and how that process may affect humans.
 
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How does radon enter homes? What are the hazards?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
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Answer: Industrial wastes are released into water. Plant and animal plankton become contaminated. Contaminated plankton is consumed by small fish. Large fish such as tuna and swordfish regularly consume smaller, contaminated fish, resulting in higher concentrations of contaminants. Humans may be affected if they consume contaminated fish.

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Answer: Radon is a radioactive gas released from uranium present naturally in rocks and soil. It leaches into indoor air through a home's foundation. It can also enter groundwater and be released into the air as the water flows from faucets. It is a carcinogen and may cause lung cancer.


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