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What are the insecticides that can be used for insects control?

Insecticides are substances which kill insects. Pesticides are used for the control of pests. Pesticide is a general term which includes insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and insect repellents.

By Lisha|2011-05-25T18:55:34+00:00May 25, 2011|How To|Comments Off

Write short notes on Pesticides, Insecticides and Fungicides in your own words

Any living organism that hinders the growth of crops is a pest and a man-made chemical used to kill a pest is called a pesticide. Pesticides can be specific in their action. When they are used to kill insects, they are called insecticides; likewise a fungicide is used to eliminate unwanted fungi.

By Priti Dutta|2010-12-30T06:07:12+00:00December 30, 2010|Chemistry|Comments Off