Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Question:

Which of the following is not a harmful effect of DDT?

Options:

Cannot be metabolized by animals

It is non-biodegradable

Highly toxic towards fish

Causes air pollution

Correct Answer:

Causes air pollution

Explanation:

The chemical stability and fat solubility of DDT is a big drawback. It was banned due to its harmful effect on animals and fish.