Wyoming Pesticide Applicator Certification Practice Test

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Study for the Wyoming Pesticide Applicator Certification Exam. Prepare with a variety of questions designed to test your knowledge of pesticide application, safety protocols, and regulations. Equip yourself with the tools you need to pass the exam and start your career in pesticide application!

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What is a pesticide that prevents pests from reproducing known as?

Larva
Pathogen
Sterilant
Pellet

The correct answer is: Sterilant

A pesticide that prevents pests from reproducing is known as a sterilant. Sterilants work by disrupting the reproductive abilities of pests, either by preventing them from laying eggs or by rendering them sterile. This method can be an effective way to control pest populations by reducing their ability to multiply and infest an area. In this question: - Larva is a term used to describe the immature stage of an insect's life cycle. - Pathogen refers to a microorganism that can cause disease in plants, animals, or humans. - Pellet is a small compressed mass of a substance, which is not directly related to preventing pests from reproducing like a sterilant does.