The rotenone is:
Correct answer: B. A natural insecticide
- A. A natural herbicide
- B. A natural insecticide
- C. An insect hormone
- D. A bioherbicide
Explanation
Natural insecticides are those which are obtained from microorganisms and plants. The first natural insecticide used by man is azadirachtin obtained from Azadirachta indica. Rotenone is another natural insecticide which is obtained from the roots of Derris and Lonchocarpers. It is harmless to warm blooded animals.
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