Which of the following is a correct statement about biological magnification?

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Which of the following is a correct statement about biological magnification?

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Toxins accumulate at lower trophic levels Toxic substances increase in concentration at higher trophic levels Correct It does not affect top predators It is not influenced by human activities

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Biological magnification leads to an increased concentration of toxins in organisms at higher trophic levels, affecting top predators.

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