Wyoming Pesticide Applicator Certification Practice Test

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What is the effect of metabolites compared to the original pesticide chemical?

  1. Less poisonous

  2. More poisonous

  3. Similar in toxicity

  4. Only effective on specific pests

The correct answer is: More poisonous

Metabolites are the products of pesticide breakdown in the environment or within the organism after application. In many cases, these metabolites can be more toxic than the original pesticide chemical. This is due to the potential transformation of the original compound into metabolites that may have different chemical structures and properties, leading to increased toxicity levels. It is important to consider the potential toxicity of both the original pesticide and its metabolites when assessing the overall risk associated with pesticide use.