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What is the negative effect of excessive use of fertilizers and pesticides on the soil?


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Fertilizers and Pesticides:

  1. Fertilizers are the chemical or natural substances added to soil or land to increase fertility.
  2. The substance used to destroy insects or other organisms harmful to crops is pesticides.

Negative effects of excessive use of fertilizers and pesticides on the soil:

  1. It pollutes the soil.
  2. Alters soil fertility.
  3. Reduces crop yields.

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