AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
The Minamata disaster taught the world about
A.mercury poisoning from industrial discharge
B.nuclear meltdowns
C.oil spills
D.pesticide runoff
Explanation
Core Concept
Methylmercury from a chemical plant accumulated in seafood, poisoning thousands in Japan — the case that defined mercury biomagnification.
Correct Answer
Amercury poisoning from industrial discharge
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