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Term: Malathion

Description:

Malathion is a potent organophosphate insecticide that is commonly used in agricultural and residential settings to control a wide range of pests such as mosquitoes, flies, and aphids. It acts as a neurotoxin by inhibiting the activity of acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme crucial for the proper functioning of the nervous system in insects.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun: malathion

Senses and Usages:

1. As a pesticide:
   • Noun: The farmers sprayed malathion on their crops to protect them from insect damage.
   • Sample Sentence: The Environmental Protection Agency regulates the usage of malathion to ensure its safe application and minimize potential risks to human health.

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