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Why does used motor oil kill grass?

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it's a poison

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Can motor oil kill grass?

YES!


How do you get rid of motor oil on grass?

Cut the effected grass


How is motor oil harmful to the environment?

Motor oil is used to run cars. Cars add pollutants to the air when they are running. This is how motor oil can be harmful to the environment. It can also kill plants and animals if not gotten rid of properly.


How does motor oil effect grass?

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how to fix grass that is affected by motor oil?

The best way to fix grass that has been affected by motor oil is to clean the area as best as possible using an organic solvent and cutting the grass down so new sprouts can come up.


What is better for plants synthetic or regular motor oil?

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What chemicals target only the weeds in a mixed field of grass and sanfoin?

Try one part round up and burnt motor oil. We use this to kill the grass and make a nice neat edge keeping the grass off the drive way and such. The grass is killed and most of the time doesn't come back.


Does oil kill turf grass?

Yes over a long period of timee


Is petroleum used in motor oil?

Yes . . . motor oil IS refined petroleum.


What type of motor oil is used for Yamaha motorcycles?

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Is being around used motor oil bad for pregnant women?

Yes, used motor oil contains toxins such as benzene, lead, arsenic, zinc, and cadmium. Anyone should handle used motor oil with care. A pregnant woman should not get near used motor oil.


Can used motor oil be used as fertilizer?

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