Asked by Samantha Batchelder on May 21, 2024
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Which statement best describes the ideal pesticide?
A) It would kill only the target pest.
B) It would be persistent.
C) It would allow the development of genetic resistance.
D) It would be of equal value to the damage the pest would have caused.
Genetic Resistance
The inherent ability of an organism to resist or withstand infection, pest attacks, or herbicides due to its genetic makeup.
Ideal Pesticide
A theoretical pesticide that effectively controls pests with no harm to non-target species, humans, and the environment.
Persistent
Describes substances or qualities that remain within an environment or system for an extended period, resisting degradation or disappearance.
- Acknowledge the shortcomings of chemical pest control, including its potential for toxicity, persistent environmental presence, impact on species not targeted, and the development of genetic resistance.
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Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the shortcomings of chemical pest control, including its potential for toxicity, persistent environmental presence, impact on species not targeted, and the development of genetic resistance.
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