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Rachel Carson

Definition

Rachel Carson was an American marine biologist and conservationist who wrote the influential book "Silent Spring" in 1962. This book exposed the harmful effects of pesticides, particularly DDT, on the environment and inspired environmental movements worldwide.

Analogy

Imagine if Rachel Carson's book "Silent Spring" was like a powerful alarm clock that woke people up to the dangers of pollution and pesticide use in the same way it woke up Europe to take action for their environment.

Related terms

Environmental Movements: These are organized efforts by groups of people who advocate for protecting and preserving nature and raising awareness about environmental issues.

Pesticides: Chemical substances used to kill pests such as insects or weeds that can harm crops, but can also have negative impacts on ecosystems and human health.

DDT: DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) is a synthetic pesticide that gained widespread use after World War II but was later banned due to its harmful effects on wildlife and humans.