What is another word for ddt?
Pronunciation: [dˌiːdˌiːtˈiː] (IPA) 
DDT was a powerful and popular insecticide before its harmful effects on wildlife, especially birds of prey, were recognized and its use was severely restricted. The chemical compound is also known by other names, including dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, which is its full chemical name. Other synonyms for DDT include chlorophenothane, p,p'-DDT, 1,1,1-trichloro-2,2-bis(chlorophenyl)ethane, and 1-chloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethane. Despite its toxicity, DDT was used widely in agriculture and public health campaigns before it was banned or restricted in many countries. Today, there is growing interest in finding alternatives to DDT for pest control that are effective and environmentally safe.
