Pesticide Applicator Exam with Complete Solutions

Pesticide Applicator Exam with Complete Solutions A pesticide is defined as... any chemical used to destroy, prevent, or control any form of life declared to be a pest What is the target pest for herbicides? Weeds What is the target pest for insecticides? insects What is the target pest for fungicides? Fungi What is the target pest for miticides (acaricides)? mites and ticks What is the target pest for repellents? insects and vertebrates What two general types of ingredients make up a pesticides formulation? Active and Inert Which ingredient in a pesticide formulation is toxic to the pest? active Which ingredient in a pesticide formulation is effective against the target pest (glyphosate, carbaryl, propiconazole)? active Which ingredient in a pesticide formulation does not have a direct effect on the pest, and is added to make the product safer, more effective, or easier to use (solvent or a dry carrier)? inert