Question

    Organophosphate and carbamate insecticides primarily

    disrupt which system within an insect’s body?
    A Digestive system Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Nervous system Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Respiratory system Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Endocrine system Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Circulatory system Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Both organophosphates and carbamates inhibit acetylcholinesterase, leading to continuous nerve transmission, paralysis, and death.

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