Question

What is DDT among the following :

• A. Fertilizer
• B. Biodegradable pollutant
• C. Non-Biodegradable pollutant
• D. Green House gas

Hint:

DDT is the classic example of a non-biodegradable pollutant that led to the decline of bird populations due to eggshell thinning.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) is a synthetic organochlorine insecticide.
It is chemically stable and does not break down easily in the environment by natural biological processes.
Because it persists in the environment and accumulates in the food chain (biomagnification), it is classified as a non-biodegradable pollutant.