Match the effects of oil pollution with the most closely associated organism.
-Mollusks
A)causes hypothermia
B)toxins in oil act as a narcotic
C)colonizes vacated areas on rocky shores

Question

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Toxins in oil act as a narcotic, affecting the nervous system and behavior of mollusks.

Answer: C
 Oil pollution can cause the death of organisms, which creates space for opportunistic species, including certain types of mollusks, to colonize those empty areas.

Note: Option A is not associated with mollusks, it is more commonly seen in marine mammals affected by oil spills.

Match the Effects of Oil Pollution with the Most Closely