ACEPHATE


Meaning of ACEPHATE in English

/as"euh fayt'/ , n. Chem.

a white solid compound, C 4 H 10 NO 3 PS, used as an insecticide against a wide range of plant pests, including aphids, budworms, and tent caterpillars.

[ ACE(TYL) + PH(OSPHOR-) + ATE 2 ]

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