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If DDT sprayed in water is only 0.03 parts per billion but is found to be 100 times move in small or large fish, what is the reason for it?

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If DDT sprayed in water is only 0.03 parts per billion but is found to be 100 times move in small or large fish, what is the reason for it? 

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This is due to biological magnification. DDT is non-biodegradable and accumulates in tissues at each trophic level of the food chain.

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Chapter 20: Environmental Issues - EXERCISES [Page 1158]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 20 Environmental Issues
EXERCISES | Q I. 15. | Page 1158
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