FFA Floriculture Practice Test

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What characteristic do molluscicides target?

Insects
Weeds
Slugs and snails
Fungi

The correct answer is: Slugs and snails

Molluscicides are specifically designed to target slugs and snails, which are types of mollusks. These substances work by disrupting the biological functions of these pests, often causing dehydration or interfering with their nervous systems. The use of molluscicides is particularly important in agricultural and horticultural settings where slugs and snails can cause significant damage to crops and plants. In this context, understanding that molluscicides focus solely on mollusks differentiates their action from other substances that target insects, weeds, or fungi. For example, insecticides are aimed at insects, herbicides target weeds, and fungicides are effective against fungal diseases, highlighting the specialized purpose of molluscicides in managing specific pest populations in the garden or field.