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DDT is fat-soluble and tends to build up in the fatty tissues of predators and scavengers.
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What is DDT and why does it accumulate in the body?
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Why DDT is not advisible for humans?
DDT is toxic, cancerigen and very resistant in the environment.
What is a well-written hypothesis about DDT and its effects on the environment?
Because DDT degrades slowly in the environment and is toxic it is considered a polluting substance.
Why did the US to stop using DDT?
DDT is toxic for humans and animals and also is persistent in the environment.
What are two properties of DDT that make it hazardous over along period of time?
- DDT is toxic also for humans- DDT is very stable in the environment
Who might disagree with the use of ddt in africa?
people that understand that DDT is a problem to the environment, humans and animals
What was a major factor to ban DDT in US?
DDT is toxic for many living beings; also DDT is accumulated in the environment and organisms and decomposes very slowly.
What are the concerns over DDT?
DDT is toxic for many living beings including humans and the decomposition in the environment is very slowly.
Why was DDT still getting into chickens 20 years after it was banned?
DDT is degraded slowly and therefore it remains in the environment long time.
What are organic pollutant?
Organic pollutants are persistent organic pollutants(POPs). Examples are DDT and lindane, industrial chemicals such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and substances such as dioxins, all of which accumulate and are slow to degrade, and may have adverse impacts on human health and the environment.
Does DDT have any short or long term effects on the environment?
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How long does DDT last?
DDT is a persistent chemical that can remain in the environment for a long time. It has a half-life of around 2 to 15 years in soil and can remain in water bodies for several years. However, the use of DDT has been phased out in many countries due to its harmful effects on the environment and human health.
