Question

What are three benefits of using pesticides?

Answer 1

Pesticides:

1. Chemicals called pesticides are compounds used to eradicate pests.
2. A pesticide is a substance that repels, renders ineffective, or kills pests.
3. Pesticides are chemical or biological agents such as viruses, bacteria, antimicrobials, or disinfectants.
4. Fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides are a few types of pesticides.
5. Examples: Metaldehyde, Boric acid, etc.

Benefits of using pesticides:

1. Pesticides aid in reducing diseases spread by insects and in bodies of water.
2. Pesticides aid in controlling virus transmission.
3. Pesticides help in protecting the storage and conserving the yield.