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To which class of pesticides do DDT, BHC, aldrin and endosulph
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To which class of pesticides do DDT, BHC, aldrin and endosulphan belong -

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Biopesticides

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Organochlorines

C
Organophosphates

D
Cabamates

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Organochlorines are very slowly decomposing chlorinated organic compounds, which are lipophilic (show much affinity for the fatty tissue of animals). Examples of Organochlorines are DDT, BHC, Aldrin, Endosulphan etc.
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To which class of pesticides do DDT, BHC, aldrin and endosulphan belong -
TopicEnvironmental Issues
SubjectBiology
ClassClass 12
Answer TypeText solution:1
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