Insecticide Spraying Quiz
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What is the purpose of contact or space sprays in cockroach control?

  • To irritate and flush cockroaches out of hiding places (correct)
  • To be a preventive measure for cockroaches
  • To penetrate cracks and crevices effectively
  • To provide long-term residual control
  • Why are light applications of dusts considered more effective than heavy applications?

  • Heavy applications have a longer residual control
  • Heavy applications repel insects (correct)
  • Light applications provide a quicker response
  • Light applications penetrate cracks better
  • Which type of insecticide may also be used in combination with insecticides according to the text?

  • Space treatments
  • Silica aerogels (correct)
  • Heavy applications
  • Water-based sprays
  • Why might dusts not be appropriate in certain situations?

    <p>They are unsightly or cause contamination problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of insecticide application is best suited for killing cockroaches on exposed surfaces?

    <p>Space treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using contact or space sprays when dealing with cockroaches?

    <p>To irritate and flush the roaches out of hiding spots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended sprayer pressure range for treating cockroaches with insecticide?

    <p>15 to 40 pounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cross-resistance in cockroach populations?

    <p>Resistance to one type of insecticide causing resistance to others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common type of duster used in roach control?

    <p>Hand duster with extension tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you evaluate the effectiveness of a cockroach control program?

    <p>By using a combination of traps and visual inspections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of overusing insecticides in controlling cockroaches?

    <p>Development of cross-resistance in cockroach populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to only use EPA-registered formulations for cockroach control?

    <p>To prevent the development of cross-resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are water emulsions or wettable powders preferred over oil solutions for insecticides?

    <p>Because they are less toxic to vegetation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of residual insecticides in ant control?

    <p>To eradicate the entire colony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do volatile or contact insecticides help in ant control?

    <p>By flushing out and killing the ants directly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior pattern of Pharaoh ants makes their control tricky?

    <p>Fractionating or satelliting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must residual treatments completely surround the Pharaoh ant colony?

    <p>To prevent the formation of satellite colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most effective method for controlling Pharaoh ants according to the text?

    <p>Comprehensive baiting program</p> Signup and view all the answers

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