The Amoeba Sisters: Biomagnification

Two cartoon characters. Biomagnification.

Biomagnification happens when toxins become more highly concentrated when moving up through trophic levels in the food chain. Uncontrolled use of DDT is used in this episode as an example. Learn why bioaccumulation can occur in high-level consumers. Part of "The Amoeba Sisters" series.

(Source: DCMP)

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Keywords:
biology

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  • The Amoeba Sisters: Biomagnification

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    Amoeba Sisters
    Length:
    7 minutes