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Which statement correctly defines herbicides?

  1. Herbicides are used to control insect pests.
  2. Herbicides are substances designed to prevent, inhibit, or kill weed plants.
  3. 2,4-D is an example of a rodenticide.

    A2 only

    BNone of these

    C2, 3

    D1 only

    Answer:

    A. 2 only

    Read Explanation:

    • Herbicide: Substances used to prevent, inhibit, or kill the weed plants.

    • Eg: 2,4,- D

    • Rodenticides: Substances that are used to control rats.


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