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what are the harmful effects of fertilizers on our envivroment

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Harmful effects of fertilizers on our environment are as follows:

  • These fertilisers can enter water bodies through runoff water and cause water pollution.

  • The fertilisers in the water can also enter the body of humans through food and can be harmful to human health.

  • Excessive use of fertilisers can reduce the natural replenishing ability of soil.

  • Excessive use of fertilisers can change the chemical nature of soil and make it less fertile.


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