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What is one potential impact of heavy metals in soil on human health?
What is one potential impact of heavy metals in soil on human health?
- Neurological disorders (correct)
- Enhanced crop yield
- Increase in soil fertility
- Accelerated decomposition of organic matter
How can pesticides negatively affect soil microflora?
How can pesticides negatively affect soil microflora?
- By improving nutrient cycling
- By promoting beneficial bacteria growth
- By causing a decline in microbial diversity (correct)
- By increasing soil pH levels
What effect do microplastics have on plant growth?
What effect do microplastics have on plant growth?
- They increase water retention in soil
- They can obstruct root growth (correct)
- They improve soil texture
- They enhance nutrient absorption
Which of the following is a consequence of PAH contamination in soil?
Which of the following is a consequence of PAH contamination in soil?
What potential reproductive effect can soil pollutants have on humans?
What potential reproductive effect can soil pollutants have on humans?