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Introduction:- In the mid of the 20th century many know species like predatory fish such as Swordfish and Sharks or birds like Osprey and Eagles, even the Crop Plants became extinct & some have been banned to be taken as food by National Governments due to the presence of high concentration of substances, such as Pesticide, DDT (dichloro diphenyl trichloro ethane), POPs (Persistent Organic Pollutants), PCBs(polychlorinated biphenyls), Toxaphene, Monomethylmercury & Inorganic Metals like Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury Etc.,.
"These substances which cause changes in the ecological balance are termed as Biomagnifiers & the phenomenon is called the Biomagnification."
The biomagnifiers contain lipophilic substances & Organic metals which do not degrade in the body but they persist & keep on carrying to next tropical levels by the Predation mechanism.
Reason & Side effects:-
· Swordfish is famous for 'Sea Food' but, "The United States Food and Drug Administration"warns about potential toxicity from high levels of 'Methylmercury' in Swordfish. On more consumption, the pregnant ladies may abort the babies or may give premature delivery.
· Bald Eagles is 'National bird of United States', which has been near extinct due to the involvement of the DDT in the Calcium metabolism during Egg formation (causing production of shell less eggs).
· In Humans, these biomagnifiers causes Genotoxicity and Endocrine disruption and DNA adducts, Chronic toxicity,Diabetes, & Xenoestrogenic activity
On detailed test it was found that every Human of U.S contains these biomagnifiers in body especially the DDT. So, U.S had banned the use of DDT since 1972 but still today DDT is being used in India & also it stood first in consumptions list of the World.
Summary:- The Industrial Revolution is boon to the Humans but became curse to many of the species by removing their signature from the World.
Conclusion:- Use of Biofertilizer, Biopesticides, Organic Farmed Foods, Renewable resource, etc.,. Safe for Health and Mankind rather than the other market food.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 15y agobio magnification is defined as the systematically increasing accumulation and transfer of harmful chemical or bio-chemical substances inside the biological system of a related group of organisms. it has many direct and latent effects on the health of a living org. the following can b considered as the major once : - health disorders due to presence of toxic chemicals like DDT. - hereditary problems due to manipulation of genetic material. - danger of extinction of any particular group of animals or birds. - contamination of water reservoirs. - effect on specific food chains in nature.
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∙ 12y agoIncreasing concentrations of a chemical with higher trophic levels.
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∙ 12y agoBiomagnification is the increase in concentration of a substance that occurs in a food chain.
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The process by which non-biodegradable pollutants become more concentrated near the top of a food chain is called?
The tendency of chemicals to become more concentrated as they move up the food chain is known
How can biomagnification affect tertiary levels?
by killing organisms
Which organisms are harmed the most by biomagnification?
The organisms that are harmed the most by biomagnification include algae and plankton. Because these organisms are eaten by fish and even mammals, those animals are harmed as well.
Which metal contribute to biomagnification be a problem in ecosystems?
Mercury is a metal that can contribute to biomagnification and be a problem in ecosystems. It is released into the environment through industrial activities and can accumulate in organisms, particularly in fish. As predators consume smaller prey, the concentration of mercury in their bodies increases, leading to biomagnification. Mercury can have toxic effects on organisms and can disrupt their reproductive, neurological, and immune systems.
What is DDT and what does it have to do with bio magnification?
DDT is dichlorodiphenyltrichlorethane; biomagnification of DDT in some organisms is possible.
Is organic cultivation a solution to biomagnification?
no
What is biomagnification of pesticides?
Biomagnification of pesticides basically means that the concentration of the substance exceeds what it should be. This makes the pesticide more powerful and harmful.
How can you determine Biomagnification factor?
BMFi =Ciorganism / Cidiet Ciorganism = concentration of i in organism Cidiet = concentration of i in diet BMFi = biomagnification factor of chemical i
How do you prevent biomagnification?
The easiest way to prevent biomagnification would be to cut down or better yet eliminate our pollutants so they cant transfer.
How to prevent biomagnification?
Biomagnification is the increase in pollutants from the environment from one consumer to the next. To avoid this, educate yourself on the diet and living conditions of the food you are eating.
The process by which non-biodegradable pollutants become more concentrated near the top of a food chain is called?
The tendency of chemicals to become more concentrated as they move up the food chain is known
How can you stop biomagnification?
Decrease reliance on harmful pesticides.
How can biomagnification affect tertiary levels?
by killing organisms
What is an example of biomagnification?
Spraying a marsh to control mosquitoes will cause trace amounts of DDT to accumulate in the cells of microscopic aquatic organisms, the plankton, in the marsh. That is an example of Biomagnification.
How do you put Biomagnification in a sentence?
I can not think of a sentence for bio magnification
Which organisms are harmed the most by biomagnification?
The organisms that are harmed the most by biomagnification include algae and plankton. Because these organisms are eaten by fish and even mammals, those animals are harmed as well.
What term is used to describe poisons that accumulate in the food chain?
Biomagnification
