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Is insecticides a real word?
Yes. It is the plural of insecticide, as in, "There are various insecticides from which to choose."
What are some consumer concerns about fruits and vegetables?
Various consumer and environmental groups claimed that too many pesticides, fungicides, and other chemicals were used on crops.
How do you study the presence of insecticides and pesticides in fruits and vegetables?
Take different types of fruits and vegetables and cut them into small pieces separately. Transfer the cut pieces of various fruits and vegetables into mortal separately and crush them with the pestle. Take different kinds for each kind of fruits and vegetables and place the crushed fruits and vegetables in these beakers and add 100 ml of alcohol to each of these . Stir well and filter. Collect the filtrate in separate china dishes, Evaporate the alcohol by heating the china dishes one by one over a water bath and let the residue dry in the oven . Heat a small piece of sodium in a fusion tube , till it melts. Then add one of the above residues from the china dish to this fusion tube and heat it till red hot. Drop the hot fusion tube in a china dish containing about 10 ml of distilled water. Break the tube and boil the contents of the china dish for about 5 minutes . Cool and filter the solution. Collect the filtrate . To the filtrate add 1 ml of freshly prepared ferrous sulphate solution and warm the contents. Then add 2-3 drops of ferric chloride solution and acidify with dilute HCl. If a blue or green ppt. or colouration is obtained it indicates the presence of nitrogen containing insecticides. Repeat the test of nitrogen for residues obtained from other fruits and vegetables and record the observation.
What are the various brands of insecticides that are available in the local market?
There are a vast number of insecticides available in liquid, spray, and granular form. Some of the leading brands are Orthene, Ortho, Bayer, and Spectrum.
What is the element used to make insecticides?
Phosphorus is a key element commonly used in the production of insecticides, particularly those in the organophosphate class. These compounds interfere with the nervous system of insects, effectively controlling pest populations. Additionally, elements like sulfur and chlorine are also utilized in various formulations of insecticides.
What things contain boron?
Boron is commonly found in minerals such as borax, kernite, and colemanite. It is also present in various fruits, nuts, and vegetables, as well as in some water sources. Boron compounds are used in a wide range of products including glass, ceramics, detergents, and insecticides.
Where do you get proteins from foods?
Proteins are in meat and various vegetables.
How do pesticides get in our streams and rivers?
Farmers and gardeners spray pesticides on various plants, and when it rains, some of the pesticide washes off and is carried away by any run-off, which eventually drains into streams and rivers.
What chemicals do we find in the local environments?
In the local environment soil, air and water are basic components along with flora and fauna. A lot of chemicals are present in the soil, air and water these days. Our arable land may contain pesticides and insecticides in the residual forms. Many pollutants are found in the water bodies. The air around us has nitrogen, oxygen, CO2, SO2, nitrates etc.
What is the percentage of water in various fruits and vegetables?
70-90%
Lachanophobia is the fear of what?
Lachanophobia is the fear of vegetables. Individuals with this phobia may experience anxiety or panic when encountering vegetables, whether in their presence or even when thinking about them. This fear can stem from various factors, including past negative experiences or cultural influences related to food. Like other specific phobias, it can significantly impact a person's diet and lifestyle.
Where can you see images of all the various vegetables?
For a large range of vegetables and each one's accompanying image, see the Related Link.
