The effects of pollution are generally considered to be density-independent because
A)the contamination level of any organism is unaffected by variations in population density.
B)when food supplies become limited, the organisms are more likely to consume contaminated foods.
C)at high densities the organisms are more likely to contact the pollutant.
D)when the organisms are stressed by overcrowding, the pollutant becomes more toxic.

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Pollution affects organisms regardless of their population density, as the level of contamination is not influenced by how many organisms are present.

The Effects of Pollution Are Generally Considered to Be Density-Independent