because as they contain many chemicals which give benefit to the soil but these chemicals effect the aquatic life and also effects the food chain. That's why over usage of pesticides is harmful.
how might pesticides and fertilizers on land become a problem in an ocean ecosystem
you could get really sick.
Fertilizers are not so much of a problem. The biggest problem is the use of pesticides on crops.
Yes, you should not have a problem finding organic pesticides at your local gardeners supply company. They also sell them at Lowe's.
an increase in chemicals and pesticides like "DDT" can damage an ecosystem
Pesticide residues are only a REAL health problem....if you stay away clear away, okay?
the food chain
They can be but the average person will probably never get enough exposure to ever be a problem.
Rachel Carson's problem was the environmental damage caused by indiscriminate pesticide use, particularly DDT. She raised awareness about the harmful effects of pesticides on ecosystems and human health through her book "Silent Spring," which led to the eventual ban of DDT and sparked the modern environmental movement.
* They make crops more vulnerable to disease in the long run. * Toxins in pesticides get into the world's soil and water supply. * Chemical fertilizers and pesticides create a race against nature that mankind is likely to lose.
pesticides kill insects. Pesticides contain carcinogenic ingredients. Pesticides have warning lables that say not to inhale them or make contact with their skin. You do the math.
Your moms carcinogens are in pesticides?!?!?!?!?!