Drawback(s) of using chemical pesticide and insecticide include:

High cost

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It is specific

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It is non specific

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Causes pollution

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The correct options are
A High cost
C It is non specific
D Causes pollution
Pesticides and insecticides are widely used by farmers to keep their crops safe from organisms that damage the crops. There are several problems related to the use of pesticides and insecticides.

They are expensive and are not specific for any one type of pest or insect. They may kill any helpful organisms too. These chemicals also cause pollution and adversely affect the environment.

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