The Biochemistry and Uses of Pesticides

Download or read book The Biochemistry and Uses of Pesticides written by Kenneth A. Hassall and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 1990-11-30 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kenneth A. Hassall The Biochemistry and Uses of Pesticides Structure, Metabolism, Mode of Action and Uses in Crop Protection Second Edition This second edition has been greatly expanded and updated to reflect recent developments in the understanding of how pesticides function, how metabolism contributes to selectivity and safety, and how the development of resistance is linked to biochemistry and molecular biology. From reviews of the first edition: "… can be recommended as one of the best accounts of pesticides that has appeared so far." Agro-Ecosystems "This book will be of value to all involved in pesticide research and crop protection." biologia plantarum "This book is to be highly recommended as textbook, handbook and reference work." Anzeiger für Schädlingskunde, Pflanzenschutz "The book fills a gap in the literature and can be recommended to colleagues interested in this field." Das Ärztliche Laboratorium