Question 3021 of 398 · Ohio Pesticide Applicator Core Exam
What is bioaccumulation?
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Correct answer to question 3021
- C: The buildup of a substance in an organism's tissues over time
Explanation
Persistent, fat soluble chemicals can accumulate and rise in concentration up the food chain (biomagnification). This is one reason older persistent insecticides were restricted.
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