organophosphate
3
8.9
- noun
- /ˌɔrɡənoʊˈfɑːsfeɪt/
- Specialized
:
organofosforado
- It was one of the first organophosphates used effectively against cattle grubs.
- organophosphate pesticide
- organophosphate-induced delayed polyneuropathy
- organophosphate-induced
Examples
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One field was sprayed 13 times and the other 15; insecticides used included pyrethroids, organophosphate, and Bt.
Academic text (1994) -
The first eartags held organophosphates that were effective against horn flies for 6 to 10 weeks.
Academic text (1996) -
Many of these organophosphates developed from ARS-industry cooperation are still on the market today.
Academic text (1996) -
Organophosphates and pyrethroids remain common chemical choices for growers battling whiteflies.
Academic text (1997) -
Organophosphate agents cause a delayed neuropathy, which is called organophosphate-induced delayed polyneuropathy (OPIDP).
Academic text (2007) -
For years, exotic fruit flies have driven Hawaiian farmers either to near-weekly sprayings of organophosphate and carbamate insecticides or to simply abandon crop production altogether.
Academic text (2004) -
Also, a syndrome called delayed neuropathic syndrome has been defined for those poisoned by organophosphates (organophosphate-induced delayed polyneuropathy or OPIDP).
Academic text (2007) -
The use of organophosphate insecticides has been effective in controlling agricultural pests.
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Research shows that prolonged exposure to organophosphate pesticides can lead to serious health issues.
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Farmers apply organophosphate chemicals to crops to minimize damage from insects.
Compounds
A very poisonous chemical weapon that stops the body's nerves working
How Toxic
- Specialized
1
7.5
- Specialized
3
8.9
- Specialized
1
8.8
- Specialized
26
4.1
- Specialized
1
8.3
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Organophosphate combines organo-, from the word 'organic' meaning 'made from carbon or living things', and phosphate, the chemical group from the element phosphorus. So an organophosphate is a carbon-based chemical with a phosphate group, and many of these have been used as insect killers because they affect the nervous system.