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Which of the following describes 'Bio-accumulation'?
ASpread of disease in a population
BGradual accumulation of a substance in an organism over time
CIncrease in population density
DConversion of waste to energy
✓ Correct Answer: B — Gradual accumulation of a substance in an organism over time
Bio-accumulation is the net accumulation of a contaminant in or on an organism from all sources (water, air, and food).
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