Q. The pesticide most persistent in the soil is

A) DDT
B) BHC
C) Dieldrin
D) Baygon
Explanation

Dieldrin is an example of organochlorines and most persistent in soil. Most importantly dieldrin is five times more toxic than DDT.

Dr. Abubacker
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist

Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.