Question

What is the primary action of chitin inhibitors like Diflubenzuron?

• A. They inhibit protein synthesis
• B. They cause asphyxiation
• C. They inhibit chitin synthesis
• D. They disrupt nerve function

Answer 1

Answer:

C. They inhibit chitin synthesis

• Respiratory poison - Pesticide or toxicant inactivates respiratory enzymes

• Eg: Hydrogen cyanide

• Nerve poison - Nerve poisons inhibit impulse conduction

• Eg: Malathion

• Chitin inhibition - Chitin inhibitors inhibit chitin synthesis

• Eg: Diflubenzuron