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bobthebuilder

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The increase in the concentration of contaminants in the tissues of animals high on the food chain is termed
 
  a. bioaccumulation.
  b. hyperconcentration.
  c. evolutionary containment.
  d. functional high-level accumulation.
  e. biomassing.

Question 2

What is the primary source of dietary mercury?
 
  a. Seafood
  b. Legumes
  c. Unfiltered water
  d. Undercooked poultry
  e. Unwashed fruits and vegetables


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


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Reply #2 on: Aug 20, 2018
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