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The root words "pel" and "puls," derived from Latin, mean "to drive" or "to push." In the context of "repellent," the prefix "re-" suggests a reversal or opposition, while "pellent" relates to driving away. Thus, "repellent" conveys the idea of something that drives away, effectively deterring mosquitoes from coming near our skin.
In "Hatchet" by Gary Paulsen, Brian keeps mosquitoes away by using smoke from a fire. He learns that the smoke acts as a natural repellent, creating a barrier that deters the insects. Additionally, he uses his understanding of the environment to find ways to minimize their impact, such as staying near the fire and avoiding stagnant water where mosquitoes breed.
Strong human scent on old worn clothesRags soaked in ammoniaSocks filled with mothballsMammal repellent for surfaces being chewed
"Repellant" is the adjective form, meaning causing things to move away, while "repellent" is the noun form, referring to a substance that deters pests or organisms. "Repellent" is also commonly used as an adjective to describe something that repels or disgusts.
Tom Deters's birth name is Thomas John Deters.
Tom Deters is 6' 0".
Joe Deters was born in 1957.
Tom Deters goes by Detes.
Tom Deters was born on March 25, ????, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, USA.
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