How Does Bioaccumulation Occur

Multiple Choice

How does bioaccumulation occur?

A) Toxins move up the food chain, so that predators ingest higher concentrations.
B) Toxins do not break down and remain in the environment for long periods of time.
C) Ingested toxins -that are slow to be metabolized and excreted - are instead stored in the body.
D) Organisms are exposed to low doses of toxins over several years.