Fill in the Blanks: Causes of Biomagnification

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Fill in the Blanks Fill in the Blanks: Causes of BiomagnificationOnline version Test your knowledge on biomagnification causes by filling in the blanks! by Kavita Mongar 1 biomagnification energy substances wildlife pollutants heavy ecosystems predators persistent toxic transfer accumulate properties chemical pesticides organisms food metals bioaccumulate chain Biomagnification is the process by which the concentration of increases in at each successive level of the . This phenomenon primarily occurs with , such as and certain , which are not easily broken down in the environment . When small organisms , like plankton , absorb these toxins from their surroundings , they are consumed by larger organisms , such as fish . As each predator consumes multiple prey , the toxins in their bodies , leading to higher concentrations in top , including birds and mammals . Factors contributing to include the of the pollutants , their ability to , and the efficiency of in food webs . Additionally , environmental conditions , such as temperature and habitat type , can influence the extent of biomagnification . Understanding these causes is crucial for managing and protecting from harmful contaminants .