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Which amongst the following is a fungicide?


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2-4 D

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DDT

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Bordeaux mixture

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BHC

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Solution

The correct option is C

Bordeaux mixture


Bordeaux mixture is a fungicide. Bordeaux mixture (also called Bordo Mix) is a mixture of Copper sulphate (CuSO4) and slaked lime (Ca(OH)2) used as a fungicide. It is used in vineyards, fruit-farms and gardens to prevent infestations of different types of fungi.


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