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What happens in biological magnification?

A

There is progressive increase in the level of harmful substances through trophic levels.

B

There is a progressive increase in the body weight through trophic levels.

C

There is a progressive increase in the number of organisms through trophic levels

D

There is progressive increase in biological activities through trophic levels

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