The biomagnification of DDT demonstrates that
A) Higher trophic level organisms can concentrate toxins in a type of "inverse biological pyramid."
B) Birds should not depend on fish for food
C) DDT is easily metabolized and excreted by most organisms
D) DDT is an extremely water-soluble material
E) Water-soluble toxins are widespread
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