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No, for all practical purposes. Radioactive materials are not put in pesticides and fertilizers.
To be very precise, there are radioactive isotopes all around us, and some of these are in pesticides and fertilizers. 0.012% of all potassium is radioactive, and some is bound to be there. But it is also everywhere else, it is needed for life, and it is not something to worry about.
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What is the same between fertilizers and pesticides?
Fertilizers contain nutrients which help plants grow better (faster, bigger, healthier and in more abundance) Pesticides eliminate pests (bugs and fungi) that could inhibit plant grown by either killing the pests or keeping them away from the plants. Some pesticides and fertilizers are chemical.. some are organic.
What family is made up of all radioactive elements?
The family of radioactive elements is called the Actinides. This group includes elements such as uranium, thorium, and plutonium, which are known for their radioactive properties.
How can fertilizer and pesticides lead to soil mismanagement?
Fertilizers and pesticides lead to soil mismanagement by over doing both. If one over does it on the fertilizer on grass, it can actually have an adverse reaction and burn out or grass can die. If one over uses pesticides it can also act as a ground clearing agent.
Which are unstable elements that decay or break down into differt elements?
Unstable elements that decay or break down into different elements are called radioactive elements. These elements have an unstable atomic nucleus that undergoes radioactive decay, transforming into a different element and releasing energy in the process. Examples of radioactive elements include uranium, radium, and plutonium.
How can fertilizers and pestisides lead to soil mismanagement?
Fertilizers can lead to soil mismanagement if applied in excess, causing nutrient imbalances, soil acidification, and decreased microbial activity. Pesticides can also contribute to soil mismanagement by killing beneficial soil organisms, leading to a loss of biodiversity and potential soil erosion. Overuse of both fertilizers and pesticides can result in long-term damage to soil health and fertility.
What tracer elements are also used to study the impact of pesticides and fertilizers to locate water resources?
Tracer elements such as nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and sulfur (S) are commonly used to study the impact of pesticides and fertilizers on water resources. These elements can help track the movement of pollutants and identify sources of contamination in water bodies.
Which plants had the most requirements for fertilizers and pesticides native or non native?
native plants had most requirements of fertilizers and pesticides.
How might pesticides and fertilizers on land become a problem in an ocean ecosystem?
how might pesticides and fertilizers on land become a problem in an ocean ecosystem
What element is used in both fertilizers and pesticides?
Whale Sperm
How fertilizers and pesticides cause soil pollution?
Fertilizers contain high levels of nutrients that can leach into the soil and water bodies, leading to nutrient imbalances and harmful algal blooms. Pesticides can persist in the soil, affecting soil organisms and disrupting the ecosystem. Both fertilizers and pesticides can also contaminate groundwater and surface water, leading to soil pollution.
How can farm chemicals poulute water?
Fertilizers and pesticides can get into natural waters.
What are three things that are contaminated?
raw sewage, chemical pesticides and fertilizers
How many bees are getting killed by fertilizers?
Fertilizers are not so much of a problem. The biggest problem is the use of pesticides on crops.
How can fertilizers and pesticides lead to soil management?
Fertilizers can improve soil fertility by providing essential nutrients for plant growth, while pesticides can help control pests that can harm crops. Both fertilizers and pesticides need to be applied carefully in order to minimize negative impacts on soil health and the environment. Proper management practices, such as using integrated pest management and precision agriculture techniques, can help optimize the benefits of fertilizers and pesticides while reducing their potential negative effects on soil.
Who founded organic food?
No one founded organic food. Growing food organically, without the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, was the way food was grown before chemical fertilizers and pesticides were created, patented, and marketed.
What are the formulas for calculating the application of fertilizers herbicides and pesticides?
Generally ounces/gallon for liquids or ounces per sq. ft for fertilizers, etc.
Why is organic food better for us?
Because it has no pesticides, and is not grown using chemical fertilizers.
