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Which class of insecticides does cyfluthrin belong to?
Which class of insecticides does cyfluthrin belong to?
- Organophosphates
- Pyrethroids (correct)
- Carbamates
- Neonicotinoids
What is the advantage of using synthetic pyrethroids like cyfluthrin over natural pyrethrum?
What is the advantage of using synthetic pyrethroids like cyfluthrin over natural pyrethrum?
- They are less toxic to humans
- They are cheaper to produce
- They have a longer effectiveness (correct)
- They are more environmentally friendly
Where does the natural insecticide pyrethrum come from?
Where does the natural insecticide pyrethrum come from?
- Leaves of the Tobacco plant
- Seeds of the Neem tree
- Crushed petals of the Chrysanthemum flower (correct)
- Roots of the Dandelion plant
Why are synthetic pyrethroids like cyfluthrin often preferred over natural pyrethrum as an active ingredient?
Why are synthetic pyrethroids like cyfluthrin often preferred over natural pyrethrum as an active ingredient?
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Which of the following best describes the impact of Temprid FX on wildlife and aquatic organisms?
Which of the following best describes the impact of Temprid FX on wildlife and aquatic organisms?
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What is the potential danger of drift and run off from areas treated with Temprid FX?
What is the potential danger of drift and run off from areas treated with Temprid FX?
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What is the primary concern regarding the impact of Temprid FX on wildlife and aquatic organisms?
What is the primary concern regarding the impact of Temprid FX on wildlife and aquatic organisms?
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