Acetamiprid
Acetamiprid
Acetamiprid (pronounced as: a-cet-a-mip-rid) is a systemic insecticide that belongs to the neonicotinoid family. It is used to control a wide range of pests, including aphids, whiteflies, thrips, and Colorado potato beetles.
Etymology
The term "Acetamiprid" is derived from the chemical structure of the compound. The prefix "Aceta-" comes from "acetic acid," referring to the presence of a carboxyl group in the molecule. The suffix "-miprid" is a combination of "methyl" and "pyridine," indicating the presence of a methyl group and a pyridine ring in the structure.
Usage
Acetamiprid is used in a variety of crops, including cotton, rice, vegetables, and fruit trees. It is also used in home and garden applications, and in some pet products. It works by disrupting the normal functioning of the nervous system in insects, leading to paralysis and death.
Related Terms
- Neonicotinoid: A class of neuro-active insecticides chemically similar to nicotine.
- Aphids: Small sap-sucking insects that are among the most destructive pests on cultivated plants.
- Whiteflies: Small hemipterans that typically feed on the undersides of plant leaves.
- Thrips: Tiny insects that feed on a large variety of plants and animals by puncturing them and sucking up the contents.
- Colorado potato beetles: A major pest of potato crops.
- Carboxyl group: A functional group consisting of a carbonyl (RR'C=O) and a hydroxyl (R-O-H), which has acidic properties.
- Methyl group: A functional group derived from methane, containing one carbon atom bonded to three hydrogen atoms — CH3.
- Pyridine ring: A basic heterocyclic organic compound with the chemical formula C5H5N.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acetamiprid
- Wikipedia's article - Acetamiprid
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