Chemical Knowledge in Pest Management
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Chemicals that kill pests directly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common practice of pesticide use in the Philippines?

    <p>Pesticide use is common in the Philippines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the definition of a pesticide?

    <p>A substance or mixture of substances intentionally released into the environment to control pests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using chemicals in pest management?

    <p>To reduce pest population and growth rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a pesticide?

    <p>Botanical extracts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the sources of chemicals used in pest management?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about pesticides is true?

    <p>Pesticides can include chemicals that do not necessarily kill pests directly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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