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i don't understand your question.
are you talking about the effects of bioaccumulation?
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What is bioaccumulants?
Bioaccumulation is the building up of toxins in a food chain. Since toxins like, for instance, DDT, are not soluble in water and are instead stored in the fatty tissues, their levels raise each tier you go up on the food chain. I'll give you an example...Plankton, at the bottom of the food chain, eat small particulates and algae, but also take in small levels of mercury.Small fish then eat the plankton. The mercury concentrates further - remember, DDT and mercury are not water soluble toxins, so they can't be passed through urine or feces.Large fish may eay up to 1,000 small fish in their lifetime. The mercury reaches dangerous levels for humans, and may cause genetic mutations in the fish's reproductive habits (ie, size of eggs, number of eggs, etc).Oceanic birds eat large and small fish. The mercury causes more genetic defects, including thinner eggshells.As you can see, bioaccumulation poses a real danger to certain ecosystems, especially since many areas were sprayed with DDT in the 60's and 70's.
What does the wrestling move ddt stand fot?
ddt in wrestling stands for direct diving takedown
What color is DDT?
White.
What is full form of DDT?
Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane
What was not a scientific finding that led to the ban on DDT?
There are inumerable examples. The time dilation effect of relativity had essentially nothing to do with the reasons for the ban on DDT. Yes, that was an important one, but it was less unassociated with DDT than the link between vitamin deficiency and scurvy, and the isotropic expansion of the universe were.
What is meaning by bioaccumulation and how does it apply to DDT?
This is the preferential accumulation of substances (including DDT) in organisms.
What physical property od DDT contributes to its bioaccumulation in animals?
The physical property of DDT that contributes to its bioaccumulation in animals is its inability to break down easily. This results in it being stored in the fatty issues of animals.
Why are 2nd order consumers are more likely to be affected by the DDT than the 1st order consumers?
BIOACCUMULATION
What is bioaccumulants?
Bioaccumulation is the building up of toxins in a food chain. Since toxins like, for instance, DDT, are not soluble in water and are instead stored in the fatty tissues, their levels raise each tier you go up on the food chain. I'll give you an example...Plankton, at the bottom of the food chain, eat small particulates and algae, but also take in small levels of mercury.Small fish then eat the plankton. The mercury concentrates further - remember, DDT and mercury are not water soluble toxins, so they can't be passed through urine or feces.Large fish may eay up to 1,000 small fish in their lifetime. The mercury reaches dangerous levels for humans, and may cause genetic mutations in the fish's reproductive habits (ie, size of eggs, number of eggs, etc).Oceanic birds eat large and small fish. The mercury causes more genetic defects, including thinner eggshells.As you can see, bioaccumulation poses a real danger to certain ecosystems, especially since many areas were sprayed with DDT in the 60's and 70's.
What is the concept of bioaccumulation about?
The concept of bioaccumulation is when there is an unusual accumulation of a substance such as pesticides or toxins in a living organism. This could refer to something such as mercury being found in fish. This type of contamination can occur from water, food, air or soil.
What has the author Thomas C Worcester written?
Thomas C. Worcester has written: 'Mercury accumulation in fish from Cottage Grove Reservoir and its tributaries' -- subject(s): Fishes, Mercury, Bioaccumulation, Mercury content
Is bioaccumulation a noun?
Yes, bioaccumulation is a noun, a singular, common, concrete noun.
Which metal forms an amalgam which other metals?
Mercury forms amalgams with other metals.
What type of pollution that has become less common?
Mercury emissions, CCl4 , phosphates, DDT and chlorinated disinfectants have become less common
What effects did DDT have on the wildlife?
DDT or dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane is a pesticide that causes toxicological and environmental problems. It is harmful to certain varieties of birds, and freshwater and marine animals. It also can have a harmful impact on human health.
Is bioaccumulation important for humanity?
yes.it is important
Is DDT a parasite?
DDT is an insecticide.
