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General Knowledge · Q74

Environmental Science

Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 74

Q74

The phenomenon of accumulation of non-biodegradable pesticides in human beings

A.
Biomagnification
Answer
B.
Bioaccumulation
C.
Biodegradation
D.
Bioremediation

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Higher the trophic level an organism occupies in the food chain higher will be the accumulation of non-biodegradable pesticide residues. This phenomenon is called as biomagnification.