Abstract
Dunet (methomyl) a newly introduced carbamate pesticide, was analysed for its toxic effects on Drosophila melanogaster. It has been estimated that the LD50 is 0.177μl/100 ml. These studies have also revealed that Dunet is toxic as it had a pronounced effect on rate of development and viability.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 135-139 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Journal of Environmental Biology |
| Volume | 20 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| Publication status | Published - 04-1999 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Environmental Science
- Environmental Chemistry