When DDT was applied in an orchard as a pesticide, the fruit production decreased. This happened because:
Correct answer: C. DDT killed the pollinating insects along with the pests
- A. DDT is a growth retardant
- B. DDT disturbed hormonal balance essential for fruit setting
- C. DDT killed the pollinating insects along with the pests
- D. DDT inhibited flowering
Explanation
DDT can kill beneficial pollinating insects along with pests, reducing pollination and therefore fruit setting and production. It is not primarily a growth retardant or flowering inhibitor.
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