Pesticide Applicator Certification 200 Questions And Answers
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abiotic factors
Related to nonliving elements, such as air pollutants, wind, water, and temperature.
absorption
The movement of a chemical into plants, animals (including humans), microorganisms, or soil.
acaricide
A pesticide used to control mites and ticks. A miticide is a type of acaricide.
acidic
Having a pH less than 7.
action threshold
a predetermined level of pest infestation or damage at which some type of pest management action must be taken.
activated charcoal
A finely ground charcoal that adsorbs chemicals.
activator
A adjuvant added to a pesticide to increase its toxicity.
active ingredient
The chemical or chemicals in a product responsible for pesticidal activity.
acute effects
Illnesses or injuries that occur shortly (within 24 hours) after exposure to a pesticide.
acute exposure
An exposure to a single dose of pesticide.