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phosphamidon

American  
[fos-fam-i-don] / fɒsˈfæm ɪˌdɒn /

noun

Chemistry.

  1. a systemic and contact insecticide, C 1 0 H 1 9 ClNO 5 P, used against beetles, aphids, mites, and other crop pests.

Etymology

Origin of phosphamidon

1955–60; perhaps phosph(ate) + amide + -on 1

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Phorate, methyl parathion, bromadiolone and phosphamidon, all classified as extremely hazardous, are likewise registered for use.

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