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What is Persistence referring to in pesticides - ANSWER-how long the pesticide remains to control pest(aka residual) Some pesticides have long residual effects for weeks ,months, even years. Some are short term and breakdown immediately and become nontoxic Describe how pesticides are named - ANSWER-Trade Name- Big Bold Name(Brand) Common Name- Easy to use and see can be a name for active ingredient, Chemical Name- All the scientific active ingredient names, hard to use and see What are inorganic Insecticides used for - ANSWER-they are primarily used for weak, young, pregnant, stressed insects that are easily killed. What are IGRs - ANSWER-Insect growth Regulator, a type of insect hormone that disrupts the growth of insects What are Acaricides and Miticides, - ANSWER-Spider and Mite pesticide What steps are necessary for a herbicide to kill a plant. - ANSWER-it must be absorbed through leaves, stems, or roots if necessary it must translocate to the sensitive part of the plant Block an important process for the plant( Photosynthesis) What is a Protectant Fungicide and how is it used. - ANSWER-applied before the deasiese develops What is a Post Infection Fungicide and how is it used - ANSWER-after fungi has become established Define Formulation - ANSWER-A mixture of active and inert ingredients used to improve the useful ness of the product What may a formulation consist of - ANSWER-Active ingredient to control pest a Carrier such as clay Ingredients that help the pesticide be more effective like stickers and spreaders stabilizers, dyes, etc. to improve storage or use Study Formulations Table - ANSWER-study it from chapter 5 What are the precautions and concerns when using adjuvants - ANSWER-best type of adjuvant depends on pesticide, crop, pest and environmental conditions. read label. Misuse can lead to crop damage, compatibility problems, or reduced pest control.