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Which of the following statement about DDT is false-

A
It is contact poison
B
Residual effect lasts for 18 months
C
Immediately kills the prey
D
Permethrin has synergistic action
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is `a' i.e., Immediately kills the prey DDT (Dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroetheine) o DDT is an amorphous white powder. o Para-para isomer is the most active fraction --> contains 70-80% ofpara-para isomers. o It is primarily a contact poison. o It acts on CNS of insects and causes paralysis of legs and wings, convulsions and finally death. o It does not cause immediate death and takes several hours to kill the prey. o Its residual action may last as long as 18 months depending upon the treated surface. o It has no repellant action on insects. o Dose of DDT required is 100-200 mg per square foot. o Pyrethrum and DDT have synergistic action.

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