Dioxins, Pesticides, and Polychlorinated Biphenyls Are All Types of

question 36

Multiple Choice

Dioxins, pesticides, and polychlorinated biphenyls are all types of

• A) Inorganic toxic substances
• B) Heavy metals
• C) Suspended solids and BODs
• D) Acidifying agents
• E) Toxic organic compounds

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