(a) Explain what a pesticide is.(i) Describe TWO major categories of pesticides. For example:
Insecticide—kills insects and other arthropods. (Do NOT use
insecticide as one of your categories.) (ii) Identify and discuss TWO
positive effects of pesticide use.(iii) Identify and discuss TWO negative effects of pesticide use.(b) Discuss any TWO alternatives to the use of pesticides.
(c) Name and describe ONE U.S. federal law OR ONE international treaty
that focuses on the use of pesticides.PREDICT YOUR SCORE ON THE APES EXAM
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correct on the The Atmosphere, spend some more time reviewing The
Atmosphere.
UNIT I: EARTH SYSTEMS AND RESOURCES (10%–15%)