NEET Biology question

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Which of the following correctly explains why chemical pesticides, though effective in the short term, are considered harmful in the long run?

(A)They are too cheap to manufacture
(B)They can be toxic to non-target organisms, accumulate in the food chain, and pollute soil and waterCorrect
(C)They act too slowly to be of any practical use
(D)They only affect weeds and never affect insects

Answer: (B)

Solution

Chemical pesticides, despite short-term effectiveness, are harmful in the long run because they can be toxic to

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