Asked by hannah pyron on Apr 23, 2024
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Herbicides based on glyphosate are effective against target plants without harming MOST animals.
Herbicides
Chemical substances used to control or eliminate unwanted vegetation, especially weeds, in agricultural or landscape maintenance.
Glyphosate
A broad-spectrum systemic herbicide used to kill weeds, especially annual broadleaf weeds and grasses that compete with crops.
- Differentiate among various kinds of pesticides and their targeted pests.
- Comprehend the consequences of pesticide use on species that are not the intended recipients and their surroundings.
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ASHLEY SETTLESApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
Glyphosate is designed to target enzymes found only in plants and not in animals. However, some studies have raised concerns about potential negative effects on non-target species and the environment.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate among various kinds of pesticides and their targeted pests.
- Comprehend the consequences of pesticide use on species that are not the intended recipients and their surroundings.