Agricultural chemicals

Agricultural chemicals

Includes chemicals designed for agricultural use for protection of crops from fungus and insects, as well as for the growth and protection of plants.

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restricted entry interval

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

The time after a pesticide application during which entry into the treated area is restricted.

restricted use

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

A pesticide may be classified (under FIFRA regulations) for restricted use if it requires special handling because of its toxicity, and, if so, it may be applied only by trained, ...

restriction enzymes

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

Enzymes that recognize specific regions of a long DNA molecule and cut it at those points.

retrofit

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

Addition of a pollution control device on an existing facility without making major changes to the generating plant. Also called backfit.

reuse

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

Using a product or component of municipal solid waste in its original form more than once; e.g., refilling a glass bottle that has been returned or using a coffee can to hold nuts ...

reverse osmosis

Agricultural chemicals; Pesticides

A treatment process used in water systems by adding pressure to force water through a semi-permeable membrane. Reverse osmosis removes most drinking water contaminants. Also used ...