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The accumulation of toxic chemicals in the food chain at higher trophic levels is known as:
AEutrophication
BBiomagnification
CNitrogen fixation
DBiodegradation
✓ Correct Answer: B — Biomagnification
Biomagnification is the process where toxic substances like mercury or DDT increase in concentration as they move up the food chain.
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