The accumulation of non-biodegradable pesticides in the food chain in increasing amounts at each higher trophic level is known as:
A
Pollution
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B
Eutrophication
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C
Decomposition
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D
Biomagnification
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Solution
The correct option is DBiomagnification Accumulation of non-biodegradable pesticides in the food chain in increasing amounts at each higher trophic level is known as biomagnification. Eutrophication is a form of water pollution. It arises from the oversupply of nutrients, which leads to overgrowth of plants and algae. Decomposition is the process by which organic substances are broken down into much simpler forms of matter. Pollution is the introduction of a substance which has harmful or poisonous effects into the environment.