quiz 1

The followings are correct definitions of pesticide except...

• A substance or mixture of substances used to control, prevent, or mitigate any pest, including insects, rodents, weeds, fungi, and bacteria

• A chemical or biological agent used to manage or control pests that can cause harm to crops, livestock, or other property.

• A term that refers to any chemical, biological, or physical agent used to enhance the growth of crops and plants.

• A broad category of chemicals, including insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, and rodenticides, that are used to protect crops, homes, and other areas from pests and disease-causing organisms

Residue is the _____that remains in or on a crop or food product after harvesting or storage and make their way into the food chain.

Why do we need pesticide?

True or False?

There are 5 types of toxicity labels for pesticide.

• True

• False

How much was the estimated pesticide consumption in Malaysia reported in 2018?

• <25,000 tonnes

• 30,000 tonnes

• >35,000 tonnes

• 55,000 tonnes

How many negative impacts are there on the application of pesticides?

Which of the following is not affected by pesticide exposure?

• Respiratory system

• Nervous system

• Endocrine system

• Muscular system

True or False

Overuse of pesticides can lead to the development of resistance in pests, making them less effective in controlling pest populations.

• True

• False

Which of the following is not the regulatory agency for pesticides and residue in malaysia?

• Department of Agriculture

• Ministry of Health

• Food and Drug Administration

• Malaysia Standard and Accreditation Council

The Environmental Protection Agency regulates the registration, ____, distribution, and use of pesticides in the United States