35. Long answer questions IX

 

Chemicals utilized to get rid of pests are known as , which icome in various forms, including insecticides for killing insects, weedicides for killing weeds, for killing rats, and fungicides for killing fungi. It is essential to use pesticides inaccurate concentrations and appropriate amounts, as excessive and regular use of these chemicals is hazardous and can , leading to adverse health effects for consumers and affecting the quality of produce.

It is important to note that pesticides harm the environment as they are and can accumulate in the food chain, a process known as . The accumulation of pesticides can be toxic to both plants and animals, and the runoff from fields can carry pesticides into water bodies, causing adverse effects on aquatic animals and even causing death. Therefore, it is necessary to use pesticides cautiously and appropriately to avoid any harmful effects on the environment and living organisms.