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State whether the following statement is true or false: Soil is polluted by fertilizers and pesticides.

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Question

State whether the following statement is true or false: 

Soil is polluted by fertilizers and pesticides.

True or False
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Solution

This statement is true.

Explanation:

Excessive or improper use of chemical fertilisers and pesticides introduces harmful synthetic chemicals into the soil. These chemicals can alter the soil's natural chemistry, destroy beneficial microorganisms, and degrade overall soil quality over time, which directly leads to soil pollution.

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Chapter 17: Sources of Pollution and Major Pollutants - Exercises [Page 221]

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Frank Biology Part 2 [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 17 Sources of Pollution and Major Pollutants
Exercises | Q 3. (d) | Page 221
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