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Biological control component is central to advanced agriculture production. Which of the following is used as a third generation pesticide?
Correct answer: D. Insect hormone analogue
- A. Pathogens
- B. Pheromones
- C. Insect repellant
- D. Insect hormone analogue
Explanation
Insect hormone analogues disrupt moulting, development, or reproduction rather than killing pests through conventional toxicity, so they are classified as third-generation pesticides. Pheromones are mainly used for monitoring, trapping, or mating disruption.
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