Other Neurotoxic Insecticides Flashcards
1
Q
What type of ion channel does the diamide group impact?
A
Calcium
2
Q
What is the mode of action of pymetrozine and flonicamid?
A
They act on insects’ stylets preventing penetration
3
Q
True or false. Insects treated with chordotonal organ modulators die instantly.
A
FALSE
4
Q
Which insecticide belongs to a group that is derived from the fermentation products of naturally occurring bacteria?
A
Abamectin
5
Q
What receptors do diamides act on?
A
Ryanodine receptors
6
Q
Which insecticide group causes dead larvae to contract to half their size 1-2 hours post-application?
A
Diamide
7
Q
Cite 3 features of flonicamid?
A
- lowers feeding behavior in aphids
- has low environmental effects
- has no impact on beneficial insects
8
Q
Cite 3 diamide a.i.
A
- Cyantraniliprole
- Chlorantriliprole
- Flubendiamide
