DDT was developed as a synthetic insecticide. In 1972, DDT was banned for use in the United States due to its damaging environmental effects. In 3-5 sentences explain how introducing DDT into an ecosystem would impact a food chain. Be sure to include all relevant vocabulary in your answer.
Introducing DDT into an ecosystem would have significant impacts on a food chain. DDT is a persistent organic pollutant, which means it does not break down easily and can accumulate in the environment. If DDT is sprayed on crops or directly on insects, it can enter the food chain when the insects are consumed by other organisms. DDT can then bioaccumulate in higher trophic levels, such as predators or humans, causing harmful effects on their health and potentially leading to biomagnification. The ban on DDT in the United States was implemented to protect the environment and prevent these negative impacts.
