Question 38
PollutionWhich of the following measures is most likely to cause a damage to the ecosystem in the control of pests and weeds?
- A.Use of ladybird insects to feed on aphids
- B.Introduction of bacterium to kill larvae of butterfly
- C.Introduction of Tilapia fish in ponds to feed on mosquito larvae.
- 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.