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disulfoton

disulfoton

1 9.9
A poisonous substance used on crops to kill insects
  • noun
  • /daɪˈsʌlfəˌtɒn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : disulfotón
  • The disulfoton was effective in controlling the pest population.

Examples

  • Farmers often use disulfoton to protect their crops from insects.

  • Farmers often apply disulfoton to their crops to protect against harmful pests.

  • Farmers must handle disulfoton with care due to its toxicity.

  • The use of disulfoton is regulated because of its harmful effects on humans and wildlife.

  • Protective equipment is required when applying disulfoton to agricultural fields.

  • The use of disulfoton has been banned in many countries due to its toxicity.

  • When used correctly, disulfoton can effectively reduce insect populations on agricultural fields.

Synonyms

organophosphate
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  • Specialized
3 8.9

A chemical used to kill insects by stopping their nerves from working

is a specific toxic insecticide within that chemical class used on crops

Surface Forms

disulfoton singular
disulfotons plural

Morphology

disulfoton = di + sulfoton

This is a technical chemical name made from chemical combining forms; although 'di-' is a recognizable numeric prefix, the remainder is not a productive English base and the meaning is not derivable by an average B1 learner.

Etymology

Disulfoton breaks into di- 'two' and sulfo 'sulfur', so you can think of it as a chemical with two sulfur parts. It is the name of a toxic insecticide used on farms, so the name points to a sulfur-containing pesticide and helps you remember it is a strong chemical to handle with care.