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Insecticides are used heavily in agriculture in order to repel insects and keep crop harvests high. However, in current years insecticides have been linked to cancer and environmental issues.
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∙ 14y agoThey are designed to deal with insects where they don't belong.
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What element is used in match heads and fungicides?
sulfur is the element that is used in insecticides.
What is the difference between pesticide and insecticide?
Insecticides target insects and their larvae whereas pesticides are designed to eliminate the harm done to crops by such pests as mice , birds or fish . See related links below to additional information regarding insecticides and pesticides .
How can improve the condition of soil?
One can improve the condition of soil by 1. Using fertilisers, pesticides and insecticides 2. Planting more trees 3. If there is deforestation, one should plant teen more trees
What is the properties and uses of the mineral phosphate?
the properties and uses of the mineral
Grade 5 - uses of air?
what are the five uses of air
How is normal cotton production harmful to the environment?
it uses more insecticides than any other crop that is grown
What is sulphur uses?
Sulfur is an element on the periodic table that is yellow and has a distinctive smell. It is used in fertilizers, as well as in matches and insecticides.
What is As in the periodic table?
As is arsenic. Its atomic number is 33. It is in period 4, group 15. Arsenic has many uses, such as wood preservatives, insecticides, and alloys, among other uses.
What job uses pesticides?
gardeners use pesticides and insecticides, also nurseries, farmers and pest controllers. hope this'll help
What is a mycoinsecticide?
An environmental alternative to the current chemical insecticides used on the market. This biological pesticide uses a fungus to control insect pests.
What are the uses of biopol?
disposable shampoo and conditioner containers disposable items such as razors or nappies surgical pins slow release insecticides
What element in the periodic table is AS?
As is arsenic. Its atomic number is 33. It is in period 4, group 15. Arsenic has many uses, such as wood preservatives, insecticides, and alloys, among other uses.
What is the application of chemistry in insecticides?
Insecticides are products of the chemical industry.
Is insecticides irritant?
yes , i think insecticides are irritant substances
What part of speech is the word insecticides?
"Insecticides" is a plural noun.
Is insecticides a real word?
Yes. It is the plural of insecticide, as in, "There are various insecticides from which to choose."
Why should one wash his hand thoroughly after using insecticides?
to remove poisonous substances from insecticides
