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Standard VIII
Biology
Healthy Habits
Pesticides ar...
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Pesticides are used to kill small pests, but they are not strong enough to harm humans. True or false?
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False. Pesticides are harmful to our health. Fruits and vegetables must be washed before eating because they may be coated with pesticides.
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