What will happen to the ddt when the hawk dies?

When a hawk dies, any DDT (dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) that has accumulated in its body through the food chain will remain in its tissues. As the hawk decomposes, DDT can be released into the environment, potentially contaminating the soil and nearby water sources. This may further impact local ecosystems, as DDT is known to have harmful effects on wildlife and can persist in the environment for a long time. Additionally, scavengers that consume the hawk may be exposed to DDT, continuing the cycle of contamination.