DDT Resistance

DDT resistance occurs when insects, like mosquitoes, adapt to survive exposure to the insecticide DDT. This happens when genetic changes enable them to detoxify or withstand the chemical's effects, making DDT less effective over time. As more insects survive, they pass these resistant traits to their offspring, leading to a growing population of resistant insects. This resistance complicates efforts to control pests and diseases they spread, like malaria, highlighting the need for varied and integrated management strategies.