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.

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.

How does crop rotation help keep pest populations in control?Multiple choice question.Pests are crop specific, so their populations cannot keep increasing.One crop contains the natural pesticide for the crop that will follow it in the rotation cycle.Because crop rotation involves a different farmer taking care of a crop every year, the crop gets more attention, and hence, has less pests.Need help? Review these concept resources.

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.

How can we design safer alternatives and improved applicationtechniques to address health hazards associated with pesticides,reducing human exposure and safeguarding both the environmentand public health?