biomagnification

[US]/baɪˌoʊmæɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
[UK]/baɪˌoʊˌmæɡnɪfəˈkɛiʃən/
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Translation

n.The increasing concentration of a toxic substance in organisms as it moves up the food chain.

Phrases & Collocations

biomagnification effect

process of biomagnification

study biomagnification levels

understand biomagnification risks

analyze biomagnification data

Example Sentences

biomagnification occurs in aquatic ecosystems.

many fish species are affected by biomagnification.

biomagnification can lead to high levels of toxins in predators.

scientists study biomagnification to understand food chains.

mercury is a common pollutant that causes biomagnification.

biomagnification impacts not only wildlife but also human health.

understanding biomagnification is crucial for environmental conservation.

biomagnification can be observed in various ecosystems.

efforts to reduce pollution can help mitigate biomagnification.

biomagnification highlights the interconnectedness of species.

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