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Organic food is supposed to be better for human consumption because – |
| A. | It is grown in glass house air tight environment |
| B. | It is grown without the use of chemicals & synthetic pesticides |
| C. | It depends on chemicals & fertilizers |
| D. | It is too expensive to buy |
| Answer» B. It is grown without the use of chemicals & synthetic pesticides | |
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Explanation: There are at least two good arguments for eating organic: fewer pesticides and more nutrients. In the absence of pesticides and fertilizers, plants boost their production of the phytochernicals (vitamins and antioxidants) that strengthen their resistance to bugs and weeds. A major new study has found that organic foods contain higher levels of antioxidants and less harmful chemicals than conventionally farmed pro-duce. |
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