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A mixture in which very small particles of one liquid are suspended in another liquid (for
example oil) and water is called what? An emulsion
What are broad-leaved plants? Leaves that are broad, net vain, with a taproot or course
root system
What vertibrate pest live its life entirely underground, and pushes up soil ridges just beneath
the surface as it feeds on grubs and earthworms? Moles
Is malathion restricted in california? No
What rodenticide has an anticoagulant action? Chlorophacinone
What clothing items should be avoided when handling pesticides? short sleeve or sleeveless
tops
Applying herbicides to the sapwood through frill or notches is known as? Cut surface
treatment
When a herbicide is absorbed into and moves within the plant, this process is called what?
Translocation
For right-of-way weed control, plants are grouped into what 3 major categories? Grasses,
herbaceous, and woody plants.
What is a perennial plant? A plant that lives for more than two years?
, What is an annual plant? An annual plant is a plant that completes its life cycle, from
germination to the production of seed, within one year, and then dies.
What is a biennial plant? A biennial plant is a flowering plant that takes two years to
complete its biological lifecycle. In the first year the plant grows leaves, stems, and roots, didn't
enters a period of dormancy over the colder months. They're low to the ground forming a
rosette.
What types of weeds are most difficult to control with herbesides? Perennials
At what stage of growth is the chemical control a perennial weeds most effective? Seedling
What is NOT a common method of controlling woody plants with herbicides? irrigation
water applied
Which of the following is not considered a non-chemical method of weed control? Plant
growth regulators
If pesticide applications are done carelessly near streams what could happen? They can
result in fish kills and water contamination
What effect does hot, dry wind have on plant leaves? Causes the openings or stoma in the
leaves to close.
What is least likely to effect the persistence of a herbicide in the soil? Time of day when the
application is made