Insecticide

Insecticides (insecticida; lat. insecta insects + caedo kill; synonym insecticidal substances) are chemicals intended to combat insect pests and carriers of infectious diseases.

Insecticides are used in agriculture, medicine, veterinary medicine and everyday life to kill insects or regulate their numbers. According to the mechanism of action, insecticides are divided into contact, intestinal, and fumigants. According to their chemical structure, they can be inorganic and organic compounds.

The most common classes of organic insecticides are organophosphates, carbamates, pyrethroids, neonicotinoids, and others. Inorganic insecticides are represented by compounds of arsenic, mercury, and fluorine.

Widespread use of insecticides can lead to the accumulation of toxic substances in the environment and the development of resistance in insects. Therefore, when using insecticides, strict control over compliance with regulations and standards is necessary.

**Insecticides.**

Insecticide is a group of chemicals used in agriculture as a means of controlling harmful insects. Causing paralysis and death of insects.

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