Dieldrin was a chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticide that was remarkably useful against termites because it did not seem to degrade when applied to wood. What issue would you expect with its use?

A) biological magnification
B) expressive toxicity
C) chlorination
D) decomposition


A

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____________________ Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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