Multiple choice

Which among the following is an organophosphate pesticide?

  1. Bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate

  2. 1,4-Dioxane

  3. Dioxathion

  4. 1,4-Dioxin
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Dioxathion, systematically known as p-dioxane-2,3-diyl ethyl phosphorodithioate, is an organophosphate pesticide. It is used as an insecticide on livestock and as an acaricide on citrus fruits, deciduous fruits and nuts.

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