Which of the following species of fish would likely contain the highest levels of contaminants?
A) swordfish
B) salmon
C) flounder
D) mahi-mahi

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Swordfish are at the top of the marine food chain and have a longer lifespan, meaning they have more time to accumulate toxins such as mercury and PCBs in their tissue. As a result, they are known to contain higher levels of contaminants compared to other fish species.

Which of the Following Species of Fish Would Likely Contain