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What us DDT?

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Anonymous

13y ago
Updated: 8/20/2019

DDT (dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) is a strong insecticide.

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How has the use of DDT changed in the US since 1972?

DDT was banned.


How has the use of DDt changes in the US since 1972?

DDT was banned.


It is right for us to use pesticides such as ddt at all and why?

DDT is toxic for 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.


Where can you buy DDT?

When I was a kid back in the 50s, we use to spray ddt all around the house at night for mosquitos. We would spray it directly on us and as far as I know, we never suffered any adverse effects.


Why did the US to stop using DDT?

The United States stopped using DDT primarily due to its harmful effects on the environment and human health. It was found to have persistent toxic effects on wildlife, to bioaccumulate in the food chain, and to have potential carcinogenic properties. These concerns prompted the US to ban the use of DDT in agriculture in 1972.


Why was DDT banned in the US?

DDT was banned in the US in 1972 due to its harmful effects on the environment and wildlife. It was found to bioaccumulate in the food chain, causing harm to birds, fish, and other animals. Additionally, DDT was linked to potential human health risks, such as cancer and reproductive issues.


How can you reduce DDT pollution?

Reduced usage. it's banned in US already.


Why does DDT exist?

DDT is a pesticide.


Is DDT a parasite?

DDT is an insecticide.


Why was the pesticide DDT banned from use in the US?

Because of DDT birds would lay eggs without shells. Bald eagles became extinct in all states except Florida and Alaska. Pelicans became extinct in Louisiana. After DDT was banned a number of birds were introduced to their historic homelands from Florida and the few other places where they had survived.


What is DDT and what does it have to do with bio magnification?

DDT is dichlorodiphenyltrichlorethane; biomagnification of DDT in some organisms is possible.