Wyoming Pesticide Applicator Certification Practice Test

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What can be a consequence of using highly persistent pesticides in the environment?

  1. Increased microbial degradation

  2. Enhanced pesticide volatility

  3. Greater residual effects

  4. Higher risk of groundwater contamination

The correct answer is: Higher risk of groundwater contamination

Pesticides are chemicals used to kill pests that are considered harmful to crops, animals, or humans. Although they can be effective in controlling pests, their use can come with negative consequences. Using highly persistent pesticides, such as synthetic chemicals that are designed to remain in the environment for long periods of time, can result in a higher risk of groundwater contamination. This is because these pesticides can infiltrate into the soil and eventually reach groundwater sources, which are important sources of drinking water for many communities. Increased microbial degradation (A) and enhanced pesticide volatility (B) are not likely consequences of using highly persistent pesticides, as they are designed to remain in the environment for a longer period of time. Greater residual effects (C) may occur, but the risk of groundwater contamination (D) is a more direct and significant consequence of using highly persistent pesticides.

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