Which of the following is not a harmful effect of DDT?

It is non-biodegradable

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Cannot be metabolized by animals

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Highly toxic towards fish

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Causes air pollution

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Solution

The correct option is D Causes air pollution
DDT is known as dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane. It was founded by Othmar Zeidler. It is used as an insectiside. The structure of DDT is:
The chemical stability and fat solubility of DDT is a big drawback. It was banned due to its harmful effect on animals and fish.

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