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What is the main environmental concern associated with the use of pesticides?
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Increased soil fertility
Quiz Options
- Increased soil fertility
- Water and soil contamination
- Enhanced plant growth
- Reduced atmospheric CO2
Explanation & Context
Pesticides can leach into groundwater and surface water, and persist in the soil, harming non-target organisms and potentially entering the food chain.
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