Wyoming Pesticide Applicator Certification Practice Test

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Prepare for the Wyoming Pesticide Applicator Certification Test with our comprehensive quiz. This resource includes multiple-choice questions designed to enhance your knowledge, along with hints and explanations. Get ready to ace your certification!

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What does the term "systemic pesticide" refer to?

A chemical that is absorbed and translocated within a plant or animal
The width of the area covered by one sweep of an airplane, ground sprayer, spreader, or duster
The ability of a pesticide or toxic chemical to poison people or animals by contact with the skin
The plants, animals, structures, areas, or pests to which the control method is directed

The correct answer is: A chemical that is absorbed and translocated within a plant or animal

A systemic pesticide is a type of chemical that can be absorbed by a plant or animal and then transported throughout the entire organism, making it effective against pests that feed on different parts of the plant or animal. Option B refers to the term "spray swath," which is a term used in spraying techniques and not relevant to systemic pesticides. Option C describes the term "dermal toxicity," which is a different aspect of pesticide toxicity and not related to systemic pesticides. Option D refers to the target of the pesticide, which is not the same as its mode of action. Therefore, the best answer is A.