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Part B Classify the characteristics of pesticides containing DDT and those containing organophosphorus compounds. Drag the appropriate items to their respective bins. View Available Hint(s) Reset Help DDT Organophosphorus compounds Both less persistent in environment broad-spectrum pesticide interferes with calcium metabolism more toxic to mammals nerve poison pesticidal persistence Submit Previous Answers Incorrect; Try Again; One attempt remaining You sorted 2 out of 6 items incorrectly. Chlorinated hydrocarbons are unreactive and insoluble in water, and remain in the environment for a longer period of time.

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DDT interferes with Ca metabolism pesticidal persistence.

Organophosphorous Compounds Less persistent in environment more toxic to mammals

Both Broad spectrum Nerve poison