Question

Draw back of DDT as pesticides is that -

• A. It is less effective than others
• B. It becomes ineffective after some times
• C. It is a non degradable substance
• D. It is very costly

Answer 1

The correct option is C

It is a non degradable substance

DDT -Dichlorophenyltrichloroethane is a pesticides ,which was used as effective way for preventing malaria and of low cost, but one of disadvantages is it moves up a food chain,many side effects on human harmone function and which leads to side effects in terms of growth and fertility.