Pesticides, Toxicity and Its Effects on Human Health and Environment
Pesticides, Toxicity and Its Effects on Human Health and Environment,
12 January 2024,
Page 1-119
https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mono/978-81-969435-6-1
Today, with the constant demands for disease control, agricultural production, and ideal aesthetics, pesticides are a necessary instrument in the complicated machinery of our contemporary society. Pesticides, in all of their forms, have influenced our daily lives, changing both the food and the environments in which we live. This ubiquity does come with a cost, though, one that goes beyond straightforward chemical applications and has an impact on the delicate balance between environmental and human health. The book " Pesticides, Toxicity and its Effects on Human Health and Environment" delves into the intricate network of consequences resulting from the usage of pesticides. Through the perspectives of science, ethics, and global awareness, I set out to explore the complex effects of pesticide poisoning. In addition to the fields of agriculture, we look into the sources of water, the quality of the air, and even the food that ends up on our plates. We follow the paths that pesticides travel to infiltrate ecosystems, whereupon they impact non-targeted species and ultimately human populations. As stewards of the planet, it is our duty to comprehend the intricate relationships that exist between pesticides and the ecosystem. Giving readers a comprehensive understanding of the many types of pesticides, their chemical composition, and their modes of action is the aim of this book. Pesticide use has detrimental effects on biodiversity, water quality, and soil health, among other aspects of the ecosystem that are examined. In parallel, we investigate the human cost, including the risks associated with pesticide residues in food, the health consequences of long-term exposure, and the vulnerabilities of particular populations. We kindly request that you, the reader, join us as we explore the effects of pesticide toxicity on the environment and public health. Together, we will travel through understanding, reflection, and advocacy. Together, let's build a future where the benefits of pesticide use are carefully considered against our deep respect for the intricate ecosystems that sustain us and the health of coming generations.