What Is Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane?

In the 1960s a group of scientists became concerned about the use of a pesticide called dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT), which adversely affected the eggs of some birds, such as eagles and falcons. In addition, DTT also had the potential to harm humans as the chemical could be passed throughout the food chain. After recognizing the detrimental effect of the pesticide on the birds and the potential to harm humans, the scientist attempted to get the chemical banned. After being denied by the county, the scientists joined forces with a group of attorneys and began a lawsuit. As the circumstances surrounding the case were so unique at the time, the suit generated a significant amount of media attention. After years of arbitration, the scientists