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Colorado Res/Com Pesticide Questions and Answers
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Colorado Res/Com Pesticide Questions and AnswersCarcinogenic Correct Ans-The ability of a substance or agent to induce malignant tumors
(cancer).
Chemical Name Correct Ans-The scientific name of the active ingredient(s) found in the
formulated product.
CHEMTREC Correct Ans-The Chemical Transportation Emergency Center has a toll-free
number that provides a 24-hour information for chemical emergencies such as spills, leaks,
fire, or accident. 800-424-9300
Chlorinated Hydrocarbon Correct Ans-A pesticide containing chlorine, carbon, and
hydrogen. Many are persistent in the environment. Examples: Chlordane, DDT, methoxychlor.
Many are used in urban pest management operations today.
Cholinesterase, Acetylcholinesterase Correct Ans-An enzyme in animals that helps regulate
nerve impulses. This enzyme is depressed by N-Methyl Carbamate and Organophosphate
pesticides.
Chronic Toxicity Correct Ans-The ability of material to cause injury or illness (beyond 24
hours following exposure) from repeated, prolonged exposure to small amounts.
Commercial Applicator Correct Ans-Any person who engages in the business of applying
pesticides or operating a device for hire, as defined by the Colorado Pesticide Applicators' Act.
, Colorado Res/Com Pesticide Questions and Answers
Cultural Control Correct Ans-A pest control method that includes changing human habits.
Example: Sanitation, changing work practices, changing cleaning and garbage pickup
schedules, ect.
Deposit Correct Ans-The amount of pesticide on treated surface after application.
Desiccant Correct Ans-A type of pesticide that draws moisture of fluids from a pest causing
it to die. Certain desiccant dust destroy the waxy outer coating that holds moisture within an
insects body.
Diluent Correct Ans-Any liquid gas or solid material used to dilute or weaken a
concentrated pesticide.
Disinfectant Correct Ans-A chemical or other agent that kills or inactivates disease
producing microorganisms. Chemicals used to clean or surface-sterilize inanimate objects.
Ecosystem Correct Ans-The pest management unit. It includes a community (of
populations) with the necessary physical (harborage, moisture, temperature) and biotic (food,
hosts) supporting factors that allow an infestation of pests to persist.
Ectoparasite Correct Ans-A parasite that lives on the outside of its host.
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Emulsifiable Concentrate Correct Ans-A pesticide formulation produced by mixing or
suspending the active ingredient (the concentrate) and an emulsifying agent in a suitable
carrier. When added to water, a milky emulsion is formed.
Emulsifying Agent Correct Ans-A chemical that aids in the suspension of one liquid in
another that normally would not mix together.
Emulsion Correct Ans-A mixture of two liquids which are not soluble in one another. One is
suspended as very small droplets in the aid of an emulsifying agent.
EPA Establishment Number Correct Ans-A number assigned to each pesticide production
plant by the EPA. The number indicates the plant at which the pesticide product was
produced and must appear on all labels of that product.
EPA Registration Number Correct Ans-AN identification number assigned to pesticide
product when the product is registered by the EPA for use. The number must appear on all
labels for particular product.
Exoskeleton Correct Ans-A hard outer structure, such as the shell of an insect or a
crustacean, that provides protection or support for an organism.
Exposure Route OR Common Exposure Route Correct Ans-The manner (dermal,oral or
inhalation/respiratory) in which a pesticide may enter an organism.
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