Chapter 2-Pest Management Flashcards

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The level of selectivity of some herbicides to target plant is sometimes influenced by application…

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Generally, the most effective time to control insect and mite pests is during the…

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Nymph or larval stage

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A pesticide that affects the normal development of an insect is a…

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Growth Regulator

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One factor that affects how well an insecticide application works is…

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Application timing

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An integrated pest management program (IPM) emphases…

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Preventing pest damage by anticipating pest problems

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Aerial application of pesticides is competitive with most other pest management methods because…

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Aircraft can spray larger swaths at higher speeds

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What aspects of aerial application of pesticides can actually reduce the amount of pesticide needed to control pests?

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The ability to fly low and close to the crop

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A plant disease triangle includes which of the following Factors?

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Host, environmental, and pathogen

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