Transport of airborne toxicants, a specific problem in agricultural environments, is called pesticide ______________.

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Pesticide drift refers to the movement of pesticides through air, affecting areas beyond the intended application site. This is a common problem in agricultural environments, where pesticides are often sprayed over large areas. Pesticide leaching refers to the movement of pesticides through soil, contaminating groundwater. Transposition and run-off are not specific to airborne toxicants and globalization is not related to the transport of pesticides.

Transport of Airborne Toxicants, a Specific Problem in Agricultural Environments