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AP Environmental Science
Unit 8 – Aquatic & Terrestrial Pollution
Topic 8.8
What is the main characteristic of persistent organic pollutants (POPs)?
They have low toxicity and pose minimal risks to organisms.
They are easily broken down and do not persist in the environment.
They resist degradation and persist in the environment for long periods.
They are primarily found in aquatic ecosystems.
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AP Environmental Science - 8.8 Bioaccumulation and Biomagnification
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