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Spiromesifen


Spiromesifen is a miticide and insecticide designed for use on ornamental crops. It has a relatively low toxicity rating when used as intended, however, it decomposes into carbon monoxide at 300 degrees Celsius.

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The Wrong Way to Use Chemicals and Pesticides

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Electron Transport Chain


The electron transport chain (ETC) is a set of reactions occurring within the mitochondria of a eukaryote that produces a large amount of ATP when compared to glycolysis or the citric acid cycle. Oxygen is required for the electron transport chain to work.

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Hygrometer


An instrument for measuring relative humidity in the atmosphere.