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Which of the following is the definition of a pesticide?
Which of the following is the definition of a pesticide?
- A biological agent synthesized in the laboratory to eradicate pests
- A substance or mixture of substances intentionally released into the environment to control pests (correct)
- A chemical compound that kills pests directly
- A toxic chemical substance used to reduce pest population
What are the chemicals used in pest management?
What are the chemicals used in pest management?
- Toxic chemical compounds only
- Chemicals synthesized in the laboratory only
- Botanical or biological origin only
- All of the above (correct)
What is the purpose of using chemicals in pest management?
What is the purpose of using chemicals in pest management?
- To destroy the environment
- To reduce pest population and growth rate (correct)
- To eradicate pests completely
- To increase disease spread
What does the term 'pesticides' strictly refer to?
What does the term 'pesticides' strictly refer to?
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What is the common practice of pesticide use in the Philippines?
What is the common practice of pesticide use in the Philippines?
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Which of the following is the definition of a pesticide?
Which of the following is the definition of a pesticide?
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What is the primary purpose of using chemicals in pest management?
What is the primary purpose of using chemicals in pest management?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a pesticide?
Which of the following is NOT considered a pesticide?
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What are the sources of chemicals used in pest management?
What are the sources of chemicals used in pest management?
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Which of the following statements about pesticides is true?
Which of the following statements about pesticides is true?
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