WAEC Biology 2002 Question 38

Question 38

Pollution

Which of the following measures is most likely to cause a damage to the ecosystem in the control of pests and weeds?

  1. A.Use of ladybird insects to feed on aphids
  2. B.Introduction of bacterium to kill larvae of butterfly
  3. C.Introduction of Tilapia fish in ponds to feed on mosquito larvae.
  4. D.Spraying insecticides to destroy cotton- stainers in a cotton-field.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Spraying insecticides to destroy cotton- stainers in a cotton-field.)

Explanation

Insecticides also kill useful insects and other animals and can pollute soil and water. The other options are biological control, which targets the pest.