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It's a class of insecticides that act on insect's nervous system.

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What products that developed from organophosphorus compound?

Organophosphorus compounds are used in the production of pesticides, insecticides, nerve agents, and flame retardants. Some common products derived from organophosphorus compounds include malathion, sarin gas, and flame-retardant materials.


What has the author R S Edmundson written?

R. S. Edmundson has written: 'Dictionary of organophosphorus compounds' -- subject(s): Dictionaries, Organophosphorus compounds


What has the author R Derache written?

R. Derache has written: 'Organophosphorus pesticides' -- subject(s): Organophosphate Insecticides, Organophosphorus compounds, Pesticides, Toxicology


What does pesticide mean?

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What are the causes of organophosphorus nerve agents?

Nerve agents are organophosphorus compounds. Nerve agents are caused by an accidental release or terrorist attack. Symptoms includes abdominal pain, rhinorrhea, excessive salivation, and seizures.


What is the antidote to organophosphorus poisoning?

The antidote to organophosphorus poisoning is atropine, which is an anticholinergic agent that helps counteract the effects of excessive acetylcholine due to inhibition of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. Additionally, pralidoxime (2-PAM) can be used to reactivate acetylcholinesterase and restore its function, particularly if administered early. Prompt medical treatment is crucial for effective management of organophosphorus poisoning.


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What is the antonym for pesticide?

pesticide


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In my research I have concluded that this is not an existing word. With that reasoning it hasn't a definition. (Do you mean pesticide?)


What are Nerve agents are organophosphorus agents?

These cause damage to the nervous system so it will not work.


What is the opposite of systemic pesticide?

Local Pesticide