Chemosterilants
Chemosterilants
Chemosterilants (pronunciation: ke-mo-ster-il-ants) are a class of substances used to control pests by sterilizing them. They are often used in Integrated Pest Management strategies to reduce the reproductive capacity of pest populations.
Etymology
The term "chemosterilant" is derived from the words "chemical" and "sterilant". The prefix "chemo-" comes from the Greek word "chemia" meaning "the art of extracting juices", referring to the use of chemicals. "Sterilant" comes from the Latin word "sterilis", meaning "unfruitful".
Usage
Chemosterilants are used in various fields, including agriculture, public health, and veterinary medicine. They are particularly useful in controlling insect pests, as they can effectively reduce the population without causing immediate death, thus avoiding the development of resistance.
Types of Chemosterilants
There are several types of chemosterilants, including alkylating agents, antimetabolites, and hormones. Alkylating agents work by damaging the DNA of the pest, preventing it from reproducing. Antimetabolites interfere with the pest's metabolism, while hormones disrupt its reproductive cycle.
Related Terms
- Integrated Pest Management: A strategy for pest control that uses a combination of techniques, including the use of chemosterilants.
- Alkylating agent: A type of chemosterilant that damages the DNA of pests.
- Antimetabolite: A type of chemosterilant that interferes with the metabolism of pests.
- Hormone: A type of chemosterilant that disrupts the reproductive cycle of pests.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chemosterilants
- Wikipedia's article - Chemosterilants
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