Question

Harmful effects of chemical fertilizers and pesticides on environment

Answer 1

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Some of the harm chemical fertilizers may cause include waterway pollution, chemical burn to crops, increased air pollution, acidification of the soil and mineral depletion of the soil.

Chemical fertilizer is non-renewable. they damage the plants and soil. Long-term use of chemical fertilizer changes the pH of the soil.

Chemical fertilizers can deplete the nutrients and minerals that are naturally found in fertile soils which leads to food that will be less flavorful and nutrient dense.

Answer 2

Answer:

Excessive use of fertilizers and pesticides by farmers in agriculture to enhance crop yield is detrimental to environment and human health. Fertilizers and pesticides use has led to the problem of air, water and soil pollution. ... Moreover, the seepage of fertilizers and pesticides also pollutes the ground water.