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Which of the following describes 'Bioaccumulation'?
AIncrease of toxins in the food chain
BGradual buildup of a chemical in an individual organism's body
CGrowth of plants in nutrient-rich water
DRecycling of nutrients in the soil
✓ Correct Answer: B — Gradual buildup of a chemical in an individual organism's body
Bioaccumulation is the accumulation of substances, such as pesticides, in an organism faster than they can be excreted.
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