Question:

Which one of the following is a correct option with reference to pathogenic bacteria and DDT?

Updated On: Apr 26, 2024
  • (A) Bacteria can undergo multiplication and DDT is degraded by living cells.
  • (B) Bacteria can be degraded by living cells and DDT can not be degraded by living cells.
  • (C) Bacteria can undergo biological magnification and DDT can be degraded by living cells.
  • (D) Bacteria can undergo biological magnification and DDT can not be degraded by living cells.
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Explanation:
They are called pathogens, due to which many types of diseases are born. It contains viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites, etc. It can make sick any organism, plant or other micro organisms. Diseases caused by organisms in humans are also known as pathogenic diseases. Bacteria is a prokaryotic organism and biodegradable while DDT is a nonbiodegradable pollutant and undergo biological magnification.Hence, the correct option is (B).
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