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D.D.T. is...

D.D.T. is

A

Not a pollutant

B

An antibiotic

C

A non-biodegradable pollutant

D

A biodegradable pollutant

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Full Form of DDT**: - DDT stands for Dichloro-Diphenyl-Trichloroethane. This is important to understand what DDT is chemically. 2. **Understand the Use of DDT**: - DDT is primarily used as an insecticide and pesticide. This means it is used to kill pests that can harm crops and other plants. 3. **Determine if DDT is Biodegradable or Non-Biodegradable**: - DDT is classified as a non-biodegradable pollutant. This means that it does not decompose or break down through the action of microorganisms in the environment. 4. **Analyze the Options Given**: - The options provided are: 1. Not a pollutant 2. An antibiotic 3. A non-biodegradable pollutant 4. A biodegradable pollutant - From our understanding, we can eliminate the first two options as they are incorrect. DDT is indeed a pollutant and not an antibiotic. 5. **Select the Correct Answer**: - The correct answer is option three: DDT is a non-biodegradable pollutant. ### Final Answer: DDT is a non-biodegradable pollutant. ---
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