Question

The incorrect statement about DDT is

• A. The problems related to extensive use of DDT began to appear in early 1970s
• B. Many species of insects developed resistance to DDT and it was also discovered to have high toxicity towards fish
• C. The chemical stability of DDT and its fat solubility further increased the problems
• D. DDT is not completely biodegradable and gets deposited in fatty tissues, its use has been banned in USA since 1973.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Many species of insects developed resistance to DDT and it was also discovered to have high toxicity towards fish

DDT is used to kill mosquitos which causes malaria