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Destiiny22

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Most organisms accumulate synthetic organic chemicals in their bodies because these chemicals
 
  A) are easily converted into molecules that are used to build parts of cells.
  B) are a concentrated source of minerals, needed for cellular metabolism.
  C) cannot be broken down by the natural metabolic mechanisms.
  D) are a major source of calories when food is not available.

Question 2

Many synthetic organic chemicals are concentrated in the fat of carnivores because
 
  A) the chemicals are non-biodegradable or persistent and highly soluble in lipids.
  B) the chemicals are highly soluble in water.
  C) these animals eliminate toxins from the body by storing them in fat.
  D) fat is able to break down toxins more effectively than the liver.



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Mollythedog

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A




Destiiny22

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
:D TYSM


hollysheppard095

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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