Question

Carbamates pesticides act by combining with acetylcholine esterase enzyme. Which one of the following is a carbamate?

• A. Aldicarb
• B. Propoxur (baygon)
• C. Carbofuran (furadan)
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

Carbamate pesticides are derived from carbamic acid. They are used to kill insects. Their mode of action is similar to that of the organophosphate insecticides. They are widely used in homes, gardens and agriculture. Their mode of action is inhibition of cholinesterase enzymes, affecting nerve impulse transmission. Some of the examples of carbamates are Aldicarb, Propoxur or baygon and Carbofuran or furadan. Hence, the correct answer is the option D.