Illinois Pesticide Applicator Practice Test

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What does particle drift refer to?

  1. Exposure of people to pesticides

  2. Pesticides carried by wind as solid particles

  3. Pesticides washed away by rain

  4. Pesticides sinking into the soil

The correct answer is: Pesticides carried by wind as solid particles

Particle drift specifically refers to the phenomenon where pesticides, in the form of solid particles, are carried away from the target application area by the wind. This can occur during or shortly after pesticide application, where fine particles released into the air can travel significant distances, potentially affecting non-target areas, including nearby crops, waterways, or residential zones. Understanding the nature of particle drift is crucial for applicators to minimize environmental impact and mitigate unintended exposure to pesticides, ensuring their application is both effective and safe. The other concepts mentioned, like the exposure of people to pesticides, rainfall effects, or soil infiltration, are related to pesticide impact but do not accurately represent the definition of particle drift.

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