Understanding Bioaccumulation

Understanding Bioaccumulation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video tutorial explains bioaccumulation, a process where living organisms accumulate chemical compounds over time. It highlights how bioaccumulation can be both a natural process for storing essential nutrients and a harmful one when toxins are absorbed. The video discusses the environmental impact of persistent chemicals, their travel through air and water, and their absorption by organisms. It also covers the health effects of toxic chemicals and suggests ways to limit exposure, such as eating organic foods and using natural products. Finally, it offers methods to support detoxification, like exercising and drinking pure water.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is bioaccumulation?

The immediate absorption of nutrients by plants

The rapid breakdown of chemicals in the environment

The gradual buildup of a chemical compound in an organism

The sudden release of toxins into the air

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a natural process that involves storing essential nutrients?

Bioaccumulation

Respiration

Photosynthesis

Metabolism

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are toxic chemicals introduced into the environment?

Only through natural events

Through both natural events and human activities

Only through human activities

Through animal migration

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common way organisms absorb toxic chemicals?

Through sound waves

By ingesting contaminated food or water

Through photosynthesis

By breathing clean air

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do some toxic chemicals remain in an organism's system?

Because they are converted into nutrients

Because the organism cannot eliminate them as fast as they accumulate

Because they are metabolized quickly

Because they are beneficial

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some health effects of bioaccumulation?

Cancer and immune system damage

Increased energy levels

Enhanced digestion

Improved immune system

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way to limit exposure to environmental toxins?

Eating more processed foods

Avoiding exercise

Eating more organic foods

Using synthetic cleaning products

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