What is the primary function of pesticides in agriculture?
a) To improve soil fertility
b) To control pests
c) To increase plant growth
d) To conserve water
Which of the following is an example of a chemical pesticide?
a) Neem oil
b) Bacillus thuringiensis
c) Glyphosate
d) Organic compost
What is one of the main concerns with the use of chemical pesticides?
a) They can promote plant growth
b) They can harm non-target organisms
c) They reduce water usage
d) They only affect pests
What is the effect of pesticides on pollinators like bees?
a) They increase the number of pollinators
b) They have no effect on pollinators
c) They can harm or kill pollinators
d) They make pollinators more efficient
Which pesticide is commonly used to control insects?
a) Herbicide
b) Fungicide
c) Insecticide
d) Rodenticide
What is a major environmental effect of pesticide overuse?
a) Soil degradation
b) Increased water quality
c) Biodiversity loss
d) Reduced greenhouse gases
How can pesticides enter the food chain?
a) Through the water supply
b) Through direct contact with crops
c) Through animal consumption of plants or insects
d) All of the above
What is the primary purpose of herbicides?
a) To kill insects
b) To kill unwanted plants
c) To protect crops from fungi
d) To increase soil fertility
Which of the following is a health risk associated with pesticide exposure?
a) Skin rashes
b) Respiratory issues
c) Cancer
d) All of the above
What is the term for the resistance developed by pests to pesticides over time?
a) Pesticide tolerance
b) Pesticide resistance
c) Pesticide fatigue
d) Pesticide decay
Which of the following is a natural alternative to chemical pesticides?
a) Fungicide
b) Organic fertilizers
c) Biological control agents
d) Chlorine bleach
What is one possible side effect of pesticide application on human health?
a) Increased immune function
b) Liver damage
c) Improved digestion
d) Enhanced vision
Which of the following pesticides is known to be a neurotoxin?
a) Glyphosate
b) DDT
c) Methane
d) Sulfur
What is integrated pest management (IPM)?
a) The use of only chemical pesticides to control pests
b) A strategy to manage pests using multiple methods including biological control
c) A practice of planting only one type of crop
d) A method of reducing water usage in pest control
How do pesticides affect aquatic ecosystems?
a) They can improve water quality
b) They can harm fish and other aquatic organisms
c) They have no effect on aquatic life
d) They promote algae growth
What does the term “persistent pesticides” refer to?
a) Pesticides that break down quickly in the environment
b) Pesticides that remain in the environment for a long time
c) Pesticides that only affect insects
d) Pesticides that only affect plants
What is the effect of pesticide residue on crops?
a) It increases the nutritional value
b) It is harmful to consumers
c) It has no effect on crop quality
d) It improves taste
Which pesticide is commonly used to control rodents?
a) Herbicide
b) Insecticide
c) Rodenticide
d) Fungicide
What is the primary concern with the use of neonicotinoid pesticides?
a) They are not effective on pests
b) They can harm pollinators like bees
c) They are expensive to produce
d) They do not break down in the environment
What is the purpose of pesticide regulations?
a) To increase crop yield
b) To ensure the safety of humans and the environment
c) To promote the use of chemical pesticides
d) To make pesticides cheaper
How can pesticide use affect soil health?
a) It can improve soil fertility
b) It can harm soil microorganisms
c) It has no effect on soil
d) It increases the absorption of nutrients
What is the main goal of pesticide application in agriculture?
a) To increase the plant’s resistance to pests
b) To kill pests that damage crops
c) To improve water retention in soil
d) To enhance the flavor of crops
Which of the following is true about organic pesticides?
a) They are always safer than chemical pesticides
b) They are derived from natural sources
c) They are not effective against pests
d) They are more toxic than chemical pesticides
What is the potential effect of pesticide exposure on wildlife?
a) Increased fertility
b) Habitat destruction
c) Reduced biodiversity
d) Enhanced survival rates
What is the role of the pesticide label?
a) To provide instructions for proper use and safety precautions
b) To promote pesticide sales
c) To list the pesticide’s color
d) To describe the taste of the pesticide
Which of the following best describes the impact of pesticide runoff on water bodies?
a) It can improve water quality
b) It can contaminate drinking water
c) It has no effect on water bodies
d) It enhances the aquatic ecosystem
What is one of the benefits of using biological pest control instead of chemical pesticides?
a) It is more expensive
b) It is less harmful to the environment
c) It works faster
d) It requires more labor
What does “biodegradable pesticide” mean?
a) A pesticide that decomposes quickly in the environment
b) A pesticide that is safe for humans
c) A pesticide that kills pests without leaving any residues
d) A pesticide that is absorbed by the soil
How do pesticides affect the food web?
a) They can cause disruptions by killing both pests and beneficial organisms
b) They have no effect on the food web
c) They help to balance the food web
d) They only affect the pests in the web
