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Pennsylvania Pesticide
Applicator Certification Core
Exam PDF – Complete Study
Guide & Practice Questions
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Abiotic factors
Related to non-living elements such as air pollutants wind water and temperature.
Absorption
The movement of a chemical into plants, animals, microorganisms or soil
Action threshold
A predetermined level of pest infestation or damage at which some type of pest management action must be
taken.
Active ingredient
The chemical in a product responsible for pesticidal activity
Acute effects
Illnesses or injuries that occur shortly after exposure to a pesticide
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Adjuvant (Additive)
A substance added to a pesticide to improve its effectiveness or safety. Examples include penetrants, sticker-
spreaders, and wetting agents.
Acute exposure
Exposure to a single dose of pesticide
Adsorption
The process of binding or sticking to a surface.
Advisory statements
The manufacturer's recommendations on how to use the product
Avicide
Chemical used to killing of birds
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