Wyoming Pesticide Applicator Certification Practice Test

What environmental concern is indicated by a statement like "Do not apply directly to water" on a pesticide label?

1. Physical or Chemical Hazards

2. Restricted-Use Pesticide Lable

3. Establishment Number

4. Environmental Hazards

The correct answer is: Environmental Hazards

Pesticides are chemical substances that are used to kill pests, but they can also harm non-target organisms and the environment. When a label states "Do not apply directly to water", it means that the pesticide is toxic to aquatic life and can harm the water ecosystem if it directly comes in contact with it. This is why it is important to follow application guidelines and precautions to protect the environment. Options A, B, and C do not address this specific environmental concern and are therefore incorrect. Option A refers to hazards that may cause physical or chemical harm to humans, not the environment. Option B refers to the classification of the pesticide, not the specific concern indicated by the statement. Option C refers to the establishment responsible for the production of the pesticide, which does not provide any information about environmental concerns. Option D is the most relevant answer as it directly addresses the potential harm to the environment.