Which amongst the following is one of the effects of soil pollution?

Minimata disease

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Lead poisioning

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Bio-accumulation

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Higher growth yield

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Solution

The correct option is D Bio-accumulation
Presence of unwanted contaminant in soil is called soil contamination. The deposition of pesticides on fruits and vegetables lead to its accumulation in fatty tissues of the host. This phenomenon is called bio accumulation.

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