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It was used to kill pests in crops. However, most countries now ban the use of DDT because of its ability to remain in the food chain, affecting countless other species of animals in the ecosystem.
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Can DDT cause malaria?
No, DDT does not cause malaria. DDT is actually used to control the mosquito populations that spread malaria by killing the mosquitoes that carry the disease. Using DDT in a controlled and targeted manner can help reduce the incidence of malaria.
Why was DDT used in North America?
As a pesticide/insecticide.
What is DDT Disability?
DDT disability is a term used to refer to disabilities caused by exposure to DDT (dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) and its breakdown products. DDT was a widely used pesticide that has been linked to various health issues, including developmental delays, neurological disorders, and reproductive problems.
Why is ddt still used today even though it is harmful?
DDT is very efficient against mosquitoes.
How do you ddt somebody witheout hurting them?
One should not use DDT directly on another person. That will have serious side effects. If DDT is to be used, it should be used sparingly and only sprayed in places that mosquitos will congregrate.
Is DDT used in Croatia or Bulgaria?
not allowed
What types of chemicals are used in pest control?
One major chemical used in pest control is DDT. DDT can be especially harmful, because it kills organisms, which harms the food chain. DDT can also harm our crops, and cause unwanted side effects in consumers.
Was ddt used to kill bad bugs 50 years ago?
Yes, DDT is very efficient against mosquitoes and other insects.
What was ddt used for before World War 2?
Insecticide
What is pesticides ddt?
DDT was a pesticide used in the 1950s and 60s that was used to kill parasites and other insects that could harm crops. It was used during a time when Generation X was born, and the need for food rapidly increased. DDT has been banned due to its drastic affect on the environment, mainly with the Bald Eagle. DDT caused the egg shells of the Bald Eagle to become brittle and fragile, easy to crack. This caused a rapid decline in the eagles' population. DDT is a horrible, banned (thankfully) pesticide.
Is DDT is fertiliser?
No, DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) is not a fertilizer. It is a synthetic pesticide that was widely used in the past for pest control but has since been banned in many countries due to its harmful effects on the environment and human health.
Is ddt a medicine?
No. DDT was a pesticide used to kill insects on crops. It has been banned because it caused tremendous problems for humans who ate the crops.
