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Which type of pesticide is glyphosate?
Which type of pesticide is glyphosate?
- Toxic metal
- Halogens
- Organic compound
- Organophosphate (correct)
What is the main component of chlorinated hydrocarbons?
What is the main component of chlorinated hydrocarbons?
- Toxic metals
- Halogens
- Organic compounds
- Halogen (correct)
Which pesticide was heavily used before being surpassed by glyphosate in the U.S.?
Which pesticide was heavily used before being surpassed by glyphosate in the U.S.?
- Inorganic pesticides
- Atrazine (correct)
- Fumigants
- Glyphosate
What is the primary function of fumigants in agriculture?
What is the primary function of fumigants in agriculture?
Which type of pesticide is made from toxic elements like copper and arsenic?
Which type of pesticide is made from toxic elements like copper and arsenic?
What is the distinctive feature of 'Roundup-ready' soybeans and corn?
What is the distinctive feature of 'Roundup-ready' soybeans and corn?
What is the primary reason why elements like arsenic powder are considered broad-spectrum poisons?
What is the primary reason why elements like arsenic powder are considered broad-spectrum poisons?
Which historical pesticide was primarily used on apples and orchard crops?
Which historical pesticide was primarily used on apples and orchard crops?
What are natural organic pesticides, also known as botanicals, primarily made of?
What are natural organic pesticides, also known as botanicals, primarily made of?
Which living organism is highlighted for its role in organic farming as a pest control agent?
Which living organism is highlighted for its role in organic farming as a pest control agent?
What is the mode of action of Bacillus thuringiensis when it targets caterpillars and beetles?
What is the mode of action of Bacillus thuringiensis when it targets caterpillars and beetles?
Which type of compounds are turpentine, phenols, and aromatic oils extracted from conifers considered to be?
Which type of compounds are turpentine, phenols, and aromatic oils extracted from conifers considered to be?
