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Accumulation of non-biodegradable pesticides in the food chain in increasing amount at each higher trophic level is known as

A

Eutrophication

B

Pollution

C

Biomagnification

D

Accumulation.

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The correct Answer is:
C
Heavy metals and pesticides like DDT enter the food chain via producers. At each trophic level, their concentration goes on increasing. This phenomena is known as biomagnification.
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