A chemical used in agriculture is
insecticide
Explanation of correct answer:
(B) - insecticide
Considering the increased demand for food, in order to increase crop production, scientists have developed a number of chemicals. For example, fertilizers, pesticides, and insecticides that farmers use are chemicals produced in factories.
Explanation of incorrect answer:
(A) - PET
PET or Polyethylene Terephthalate is made of polyester. It is lightweight, inexpensive, and recyclable plastic. It is a type of synthetic fiber.
(C) - cement
Cement is an adhesive substance of all kinds, the binding materials used in building and civil engineering construction.
(D) - Steel
Steel is used in construction, engineering, agriculture, and the manufacture of cars.
Hence option (B) is the correct answer.