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Abstract
In recognition of the potential risks that certain chemicals pose to aquatic ecosystems and human health as well as the lack of information regarding the levels of such compounds, the present study analyzed the status of different organochlorine and organophosphorus pesticides in wetland ecosystems of the world. With the goal of helping to achieve sustainability in wetland ecosystems, this study attempts to provide data on pesticide usage and presence in water, sediments and organisms, along with the awareness within affected farming communities.
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Funding
We are thankful to DST INSPIRE New Delhi for financial support (Mamta-IF 120834) to Dr Mamta.