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2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid |
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2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid a herbicide not known to be toxic at normal use rates in agriculture. Spraying may increase nitrate content of sprayed plants to toxic levels. Called also 2,4-D. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The chlorophenoxy herbicides 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D)
and 4-chloro-2-methylphenoxyacetic acid (MCPA) have been widely applied
in the United States since World War II and are used for broadleaf weed
control in wheat farming and maintenance of home lawns and parks,
rights-of-way, and road sides (Short and Colborn 1999). The
herbicide 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) was found in
approximately 50% of semen samples provided by 97 Ontario, Canada,
farmers (Arbuckle et al.
Distribution of 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid in floor dust throughout
homes following homeowner and commercial lawn applications: quantitative
effects of children, pets, and shoes. |
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