The Process of __________ Causes Mercury Levels to Increase as the Metal

question 13

Short Answer

The process of __________ causes mercury levels to increase as the metal moves up the food chain and becomes more concentrated in aquatic invertebrates.

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Definitions:

Foreign Body

An object or substance present within an organism that is not naturally produced by or should not be inside the organism.

Objects

Items, physical entities, or data structures in programming that can be manipulated, or tangible materials of interest or use.

Fourth-Degree Burn

The most severe type of burn, affecting all layers of the skin and underlying tissues, possibly damaging muscles and bones.

Full Thickness Burn

A severe burn that extends through all layers of the skin, potentially affecting underlying tissues and requiring specialized medical treatment.