Pesticides and the Importance of Living Soil
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10 questions
Note from the author:
https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/campaigns/pesticides-and-soil-health/#
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What is one of the main purposes of pesticides in agriculture?
What is one of the main purposes of pesticides in agriculture?
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Which of the following can be negatively affected by pesticide use? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following can be negatively affected by pesticide use? (Select all that apply)
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Pesticides can disrupt the balance of living organisms in soil.
Pesticides can disrupt the balance of living organisms in soil.
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How do pesticides typically affect the microorganisms in the soil?
How do pesticides typically affect the microorganisms in the soil?
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Name one alternative to pesticides that can help in managing pests.
Name one alternative to pesticides that can help in managing pests.
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What role do healthy soil organisms play in agriculture?
What role do healthy soil organisms play in agriculture?
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Soil health has no impact on the nutritional value of crops.
Soil health has no impact on the nutritional value of crops.
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What are some benefits of maintaining living soil? (Select all that apply)
What are some benefits of maintaining living soil? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following statements is true regarding pesticide use?
Which of the following statements is true regarding pesticide use?
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Describe one way in which pesticides can contaminate water sources.
Describe one way in which pesticides can contaminate water sources.