The increase in the concentration of contaminants in the tissues of animals high on the food chain is termed which of the following?

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The process of an increase in the concentration of contaminants in the tissues of animals high on the food chain is called bioaccumulation. This occurs when animals consume contaminated food and the toxins are stored in their tissues, leading to an increase in concentration over time.

The Increase in the Concentration of Contaminants in the Tissues