invented a new type of organic fertilizer for crops.
developed "DDT" was a broad spectrum Pesticide
discovered a method for genetically modifying Plants.
created a pesticide that only targets insects in water.
Term 3 of 44
Stagnated water breeds what?
Roaches
Body Lice
Ticks
Mosquitoes
,Term 4 of 44
herbicides
kill mosquitoes
kill rats
kill insects
kill plants
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integrated pest management
release more predators into the environment to control pests.
ignore the problem and let nature take its course.
use chemical sprays to kill all insects immediately.
eliminate food supply/ water supply, seal all entries successfully trapping rodents.
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Cicadas
noise nuance
kill rats or mice
kill plants
body lice
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Can transmit typhus fever and Trench Fever:
Head lice
Roaches
Mosquitoes
Body lice
,Term 8 of 44
Mosquitoes are most effectively eliminated at what stage?
Vectors
Zoonosis
Larve stage
Body lice
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Ticks
the dog tick is harmless to humans
the lone star tick is known for its bright coloration
the deer tick can transmit lyme disease
the wood tick only lives in urban areas
Term 10 of 44
two types of rats
Sewer Rat , and the Jungle Rat
Brown Rat , and the Black Rat
House Mouse , and the Field Mouse
Norway Rat , and the Roof Rat
, Term 11 of 44
Problems associated with pest
Generally associated with horses due to susceptibility
Vectors
It will Kill a Lot of Different Pest
Causes Discomfort
Vectors of Diseases
Resource Competition
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Most serious of all vector borne diseases?
Malaria
Smallpox
Cholera
Tuberculosis
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Brown Recluse Spider
Stays in the environment for a long time
Leaves a nasty bite
Developed "ddt" was a broad spectrum pesticide
It will kill a lot of different pest
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