AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
DDT's most famous ecological harm was
A.thinning eggshells in birds of prey
B.fertilizing harmful algae
C.depleting the ozone layer
D.raising ocean temperature
Explanation
Core Concept
DDT biomagnified into raptors, disrupting calcium deposition so eggshells cracked — Rachel Carson's Silent Spring case.
Correct Answer
Athinning eggshells in birds of prey
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