Which of the following is a benefit of using biopesticides over chemical pesticides?
A. They are target-specific and environmentally friendly.
B. They are broad-spectrum and kill all insects.
C. They are non-biodegradable and persist in the environment.
D. They increase soil salinity.
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Biopesticides, such as Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), neem extracts, and Trichoderma, are generally target-specific, affecting only certain pests while sparing beneficial organisms, humans, and the environment. They are biodegradable and do not accumulate. Chemical pesticides often kill a wide range of species, persist, and cause pollution. Biopesticides are key in Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
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