Heavy metals ________.
A. are not harmful unless they are directly ingested
B. bioaccumulate in animal tissues
C. become less hazardous over time as they degrade chemically
D. become less hazardous after incineration
E. are unregulated by the U.S. government
Answer: B. bioaccumulate in animal tissues
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What will be an ideal response?
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