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What was the response to the high persistence of chlorinated...
What was the response to the high persistence of chlorinated organic toxins?
Options
- AIntroduction of more biodegradable toxins
- BIntroduction of organo-phosphates and carbamates
- CIntroduction of herbicides
- DIntroduction of DDT
Correct answer
B. Introduction of organo-phosphates and carbamates
Step-by-step solution
In response to the high persistence of chlorinated organic toxins, organo-phosphates and carbamates were introduced in the market as less persistent or more biodegradable alternatives.