Chemicals used to kill insects are called insecticides. They are a type of pesticide, which is a broader term for chemicals used to kill a variety of pests like rodents, fungi, or weeds. Insecticides can be applied as powders, gases, or in other formulations to control pests in homes, agriculture, and public health.
Chemicals which are used to kill insects are called
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