AMU Medical AMU Solved Paper-2004

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    Which one of the following pesticides is banned now-a-days?

    A)                  DDT                                      

    B)                  Eldrin

    C)                  Aldrin                                  

    D)                  Toxaphene

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

                     DDT is a organochloride (chlorinated hydrocarbon). It is banned now-a-days, as it is accumulated in environment. Thus, disturbing the ecosystem. It is also responsible for biological magnification. Eldrin is also an organochlorine and is most poisonous or toxic of all organochloride. Aldrin is an organochlorines. It is added to building foundation to prevent attack of termites.


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