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Why are bees important?
Crucial pollinators for many crops; bee population decline is a major concern.
Explain pesticide resistance.
Pests develop tolerances to pesticides, leading to increased usage and costs.
What is the impact of pesticides on ecosystems?
Affects food chains, biodiversity, and soil/water quality.
Why is pesticide toxicity a concern?
Harmful to non-target species (birds, bees, mammals, aquatic life).
What is a key concern about glyphosate?
It has been linked to health issues.
Why is increased food security a pro of pesticides?
Eliminate pests that damage crops, leading to more food and a more stable supply.
How do pesticides contribute to disease control?
Protect against diseases like malaria and Lyme disease by controlling the pests that carry them.
How do pesticides contribute to protection of native species?
Can be used to control invasive or parasitic species, safeguarding needed plants and animals.
How do pesticides cause contamination?
Cause soil and water contamination through runoff and leaching.
What are the human health risks associated with pesticide use?
Linked to cancer, birth defects, and neurological problems.
What is the effect of insecticide use on bee populations?
Insecticide exposure leads to bee population collapse.
What is the effect of pesticide runoff?
Causes water contamination.
What is the effect of pests developing tolerance to pesticides?
Leads to increased pesticide usage and costs.
What is the effect of pesticides on non-target species?
Can harm or kill beneficial organisms like birds and bees.
What is the effect of pesticide leaching?
Causes soil contamination.
What is the effect of pesticide use on human health?
Linked to cancer, birth defects, and neurological problems.
What is the effect of pesticide use on food chains?
Pesticides can accumulate and magnify up the food chain.
What is the effect of pesticide use on soil quality?
Can degrade soil quality by harming beneficial organisms.
What is the effect of pesticide use on water quality?
Can contaminate water sources through runoff and leaching.
What is the effect of pesticide use on biodiversity?
Can reduce biodiversity by harming non-target species.
How does Integrated Pest Management (IPM) promote sustainability?
Minimizes pesticide use through a variety of methods.
How can crop rotation help protect the environment?
Can disrupt pest cycles and reduce the need for pesticides.
How can biological controls help protect the environment?
Using natural predators to control pests.
How can pest-resistant crop varieties help protect the environment?
Reduces the need for pesticides.
How does reducing pesticide use promote sustainability?
Minimizes harm to non-target species and reduces environmental contamination.
How does promoting biodiversity promote sustainability?
Creates more resilient ecosystems that are less susceptible to pests.
How does improving soil health promote sustainability?
Creates healthier plants that are more resistant to pests.
How does using targeted pesticides promote sustainability?
Reduces harm to non-target species.
How does monitoring pest populations promote sustainability?
Allows for early intervention and reduces the need for widespread pesticide use.
How does educating farmers about sustainable practices promote sustainability?
Encourages the adoption of environmentally friendly pest control methods.