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Plant origin insecticides are:A. NicotineB. ArsenicalsC. PyrethrumD. PhosphamidonE. Rotinone
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Plant origin insecticides are:
A. Nicotine
B. Arsenicals
C. Pyrethrum
D. Phosphamidon
E. Rotinone

A.

A, B and C only

B.

B, D and E only

C.

A, C and E only

D.

C, D and E only

Correct option is C

Plant origin insecticides are naturally derived from plants and are used for pest control. Among the given options:

  • Nicotine (A) – A plant-derived alkaloid insecticide obtained from tobacco plants.
  • Pyrethrum (C) – Derived from chrysanthemum flowers, used as an effective insecticide.
  • Rotinone (E) – Extracted from the roots of plants like Derris and Lonchocarpus, used as an organic pesticide.

Whereas:

  • Arsenicals (B) – These are synthetic or mineral-based compounds, not plant-derived.
  • Phosphamidon (D) – A synthetic organophosphate insecticide, not plant-derived.

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