Question

Why is the use of pesticides on soils and

crops harmful for humans?
A. Pesticides are carried across the surface
in runoff which can contaminate aquifers.
B. Pesticides kill organisms that can harm
plants.
C. Pesticides pollute wells that people drink
from.
D. Pesticides are evaporated with water and
contaminate the atmosphere.

Answer 1

The answer is: D.

Pesticides secrete into soils and groundwater which can end up in drinking water, and pesticide spray can drift and pollute the air.

Answer 2

A.

Once it rains the pesticide goes down the runoff and pollute the water