Question

Explain some harmful effects of agriculture practice on environment

Answer 1

1. using fertilizers in the agriculture is harmful for the environment as they mix toxic chemicals in the soil and water in the earth is also polluted.
2. use of ddt is also a major harm causing chemical to the environment.

Answer 2

Following are the harmful effects of agricultural practices on the environment→

Soil degradation Extensive cropping causes loss of soil fertility. Also, over time it can lead to soil erosion and finally to desertification.

$\large\bf\pink{★}$Pollution

Use of synthetic fertilisers and pesticides leads to soil, water and air pollution. •

$\large\bf\pink{★}$Water shortage

Excess use of groundwater for agriculture lowers the water level. This results in acute water shortage at many places.

$\large\bf\pink{★}$Bio-magnification

The chemical pesticides, being non-biodegradable accumulate in organisms in increasing amounts at each trophic level.

$\large\bf\pink{★}$Deforestation

Indiscriminate cutting of trees for agriculture has resulted in loss of habitat for wildlife. Thus, it also causes damage to the natural ecosystem.