What Is a Biological Control for Pest Management

question 38

Multiple Choice

What is a biological control for pest management?

• A)some members of the pest population are sterilized
• B)sexual attractants lure pest species to traps
• C)predators, parasites, or disease organisms are released to reduce pest populations
• D)harvested foods are exposed to ionizing radiation
• E)genetic engineering develops pest-resistant crops

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Definitions:

Trait Theories

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Psychoanalytic Perspectives

A framework in psychology which posits that human behavior is a result of interactions among various unconscious psychological processes.

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Negative Emotions

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