Which of the following books created awareness about adverse impacts of DDT which ultimately led to the banning of this chemical in the United States of America?

Correct option is A

· "Silent Spring," written by Rachel Carson and published in 1962, is a groundbreaking environmental science book. It highlighted the environmental and health dangers of indiscriminate pesticide use, particularly focusing on DDT.
· Carson’s work provided scientific evidence showing how DDT harmed wildlife, ecosystems, and human health. Her book galvanized public opinion and led to policy changes, including the eventual banning of DDT in the United States in 1972.
Information Booster: · Rachel Carson’s Impact: "Silent Spring" is often credited with sparking the modern environmental movement. It led to greater regulation of pesticides and inspired the establishment of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
· DDT's Effects: DDT caused the thinning of eggshells in birds like bald eagles and ospreys, leading to population declines. It also accumulated in the food chain, causing health issues for humans and animals.
Additional Knowledge: · (b) Earth in the Balance: Authored by Al Gore in 1992, this book discusses climate change and the need for sustainable development but does not address DDT.
· (c) Animal Farm: Written by George Orwell, this is an allegorical novella about the Russian Revolution and does not pertain to environmental issues.
· (d) A Sand County Almanac: Written by Aldo Leopold in 1949, this book advocates for a "land ethic" and sustainable land use but does not focus on DDT.