NOVA - S02E10: The Rise And Fall Of DDT

Name: The Rise And Fall Of DDT
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1975-01-19
Duration: 55 min

Jan 19, 1975DocumentarySeason 2, Episode 10

Has the case against DDT been proven? A strange question, perhaps, to be asking one year after the US has banned the insecticide, but NOVA dares to ask. Tracing the history of DDT from its discovery through its banning in the States, NOVA asks whether America overreacted with its total ban of this once acclaimed "wonder" chemical.

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NOVA S02E10 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "The Rise And Fall Of DDT" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1975-01-19, this episode is part of Season 2 of NOVA. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Has the case against DDT been proven? A strange question, perhaps, to be asking one year after the US has banned the insecticide, but NOVA dares to ask. Tracing the history of DDT from its discovery through its banning in the States, NOVA asks whethe...