Formulations Flashcards
When a pesticide chemical is mixed with solvents, wetting agents, stickers, powders, granules, etc., the finished product is called a _____________
formulation
What is the common abbreviation for: wettable powder
WP
What is the common abbreviation for: emulsifiable concentrate
EC
What is the common abbreviation for: Dust
D
What is the common abbreviation for: granules
G
which of the following factors must you consider when choosing the best formulation for your job?
effectiveness against the pest and the type of application machinery needed
why are dust formulations usually not used outdoors on a large scale?
they may drift away from the target area
for which type of job are dusts not often used?
to treat recreational turf areas
which is not a type of pest that poisonous bait formulations are used to control
centipedes and millipedes
why are poisonous baits often used in small amounts
because baits are needed only where pests gather
T/F: granular formulations are made of larger, more uniform particles than are dust formulations
TRUE
What advantages do granules have over dusts and sprays
they drift less, the application is simpler, and they penetrate dense foliage better
why wouldn’t you choose a granular formulation to treat a tree or lettuce crop
not enough will stick to the leaves
why choose a low-concentrate liquid formulation if you want to be sure to get the right mixture
the formulation is ready to be sprayed as purchased
what formulation would you choose if you wanted little visible residue and only moderate agitation
emulsifiable concentrate
