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RCMultiple Choice

Unit Summary — Cumulative exam

Question 578 • Career Explorations - EL3401

In which of the following ways has the Green Revolution been unfriendly to the environment?

Answer
A
soil conservation
B
crop rotation
C
use of pesticides
D
introduction of new varieties of crops

Explanation

The Green Revolution increased agricultural production partly through greater use of chemical pesticides. Pesticides can harm beneficial insects and other wildlife, contaminate soil and water, and disrupt ecosystems. Soil conservation and crop rotation generally help protect soil, while new crop varieties are not inherently environmentally harmful.

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