Rachel Carson Was Particularly Critical of the Use of DDT

question 16

Multiple Choice

Rachel Carson was particularly critical of the use of DDT to

• A)control the spread of Dutch elm disease.
• B)eradicate mosquitoes in wetland areas.
• C)control pests in national parks.
• D)fertilize large areas of corn and soy crops.

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Definitions:

Mycobacteria

A genus of Actinobacteria, many species of which are pathogenic and cause diseases such as tuberculosis and leprosy.

Waxy Cell Wall

A characteristic feature of plant cells that provides a protective, hydrophobic barrier to help retain moisture.

Lacks Peptidoglycan

Characteristic of certain cell types that do not have the peptidoglycan layer in their cell walls, distinguishing them from other bacteria, such as gram-positive bacteria.

Antibiotics

Drugs used to fight infections caused by bacteria, either by killing the bacteria or inhibiting their growth.