To increase yields, farmers use toxic pesticides to kill pests that ruin crops. However, some of these toxic chemicals the food we eat, and also end up in our . The use of pesticides over time has caused pests to evolve and become resistant to the chemicals, causing farmers to apply quantities on their crops, which the environmental side-effects.

Humans use pesticidesMultiple Choicebecause, like other organisms, they are competing with other species for food and survival.to maintain yields and protect crops from insect outbreaks.to add nutrients to the soil, guaranteeing larger fruit.because, like other organisms, they are competing with other species for food and survival and to maintain yields and protect crops from insect outbreaks.

harmful effects of pesticides

A farmer is considering using pesticides to increase crop yields on their farm. The use of pesticides would result in higher crop production but could also lead to water pollution and harm to non-target species.  What is the potential cost-benefit trade-offs of using pesticides on the farm?Select TWO correct answers.A.Higher crop yieldsB.Reduced water pollutionC.Harm to non-target speciesD.Increased soil fertility

A group of farmers is considering using pesticides to increase crop yields. Some members of the group believe that using pesticides is necessary to ensure food security, while others argue that pesticides harm the environment and human health.  How do ethical beliefs influence the use of pesticides in this scenario? A.Ethical beliefs have no impact on the use of pesticides.B.Ethical beliefs may lead to the rejection of pesticides to prioritize environmental and human health.C.Ethical beliefs can influence the acceptance of pesticides to ensure food security.D.Ethical beliefs may result in the use of pesticides without consideration for environmental or health impacts.

A major concern in the use and consumption of GMOs include promote the development of pesticide resistant pests.Group of answer choicesTrueFalse