Question

The Green Revolution increased crop yields, but only by increasing fertilizers, pesticides, irrigation, and hybrid seed. Do you consider it a success?A.Yes, because industrialized countries can help through education and technology B.Yes, because more people were fed, regardless of the price C.It does not matter; I can buy food whenever I want D.No, we will eventually pay the environmental costs of producing food in this way E.No, it is only a short term fix and is ultimately unsustainable.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is d) No, we will eventually pay the environmental costs of producing food in this way.

Explanation:

Even though pesticides and fertilizers have a positive impact on farming productivity, it comes with an environmental cost. Pesticides contaminate water, soil and other vegetation, while fertilizers heavily pollutes groundwater, mainly. Also, irrigation techniques alter the natural conditions of rivers and soil. This is not a problem only in poor countries, but in rich countries as well, and it is a hidden cost that next generations will have to bear.