Biotransference
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Biotransference is the process by which a chemical or element is absorbed from one organism by another. It is most commonly due to that organism being eaten.
Positive biotransference can lead to biomagnification. For example, a persistent pesticide such as DDT is found at greater concentrations in the higher order predators.