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Which Federal Agency Was Lax in Requiring the Proper Safety

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Which federal agency was lax in requiring the proper safety procedures that could have prevented the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico?


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Toxic Metals

Heavy metals and metalloids that are toxic to organisms, including mercury, lead, and arsenic, often contaminating the environment through industrial processes.

Wind Pollinated

Refers to plants that rely on wind to disperse their pollen as a means of fertilization, rather than depending on animals or insects.

Low Fitness

Refers to individuals having fewer offspring than average, contributing less genetic material to the next generation.

Resistant Populations

Groups of organisms that have developed the ability to withstand environmental pressures, such as chemicals or diseases, that would normally be harmful.

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