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Why can't pesticide residues in food grains like wheat and rice always be removed by washing?

Question
Why can't pesticide residues in food grains like wheat and rice always be removed by washing?
Because the chemicals are absorbed into the plant tissue itself, not just on the surface
Because washing increases pesticide levels
Because pesticides evaporate before reaching plants
Because rice and wheat are immune to pesticides
Answer
Because the chemicals are absorbed into the plant tissue itself, not just on the surface
Detailed Explanation
Since pesticides are absorbed by plants along with water and minerals and become part of plant tissue, surface washing alone cannot completely remove them. — Examisthan.com
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