Question

Rotenone is a

• A. bioherbicide
• B. commonly used biofertilizer
• C. bioinsecticide
• D. juvenile hormone

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Rotenone is an odorless chemical that is used as a broad-spectrum insecticide, piscicide and pesticide. It occurs naturally in the roots and stems of several plants such as the jicama vine plant.
It is commonly used to remove unwanted fish species in fisheries management. Rotenone is an excellent organic pesticide dust for the garden.