klorpyrifos
Klorpyrifos, also known by its chemical name O,O-diethyl O-(3,5,6-trichloro-2-pyridinyl) phosphorothioate, is an organophosphate insecticide. It is widely used in agriculture to control a variety of pests, including insects, mites, and nematodes. Klorpyrifos works by inhibiting the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, which is crucial for the transmission of nerve impulses in the nervous system. This inhibition leads to an accumulation of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter, resulting in paralysis and ultimately death of the pests.
Klorpyrifos is effective against a broad spectrum of pests and has a relatively long residual activity, making
The use of klorpyrifos has been subject to regulatory scrutiny due to its potential health and environmental