For this activity select a pesticide from your home or go to a local store (Wal-Mart, Target, and
Lowe’s). You can also look up pesticide labels on the Internet to use. Use the products label and
Internet research to answer the following:
Problem Set 6 (2 pts. each)
37. Why did you choose this product?
38. Where did you find this product? What store can you find it in?
39. Where was this product stored? For example, on the top shelf, away from children?
40. What is the trade name of this product?
41. Where and how is this product used
What is the corporation that manufactures this product?
43. Discuss the label. Is the label easy to understand? Is the print on the label tiny?
44. What is the products US EPA registration number? What is the purpose of this number?
45. What is the name and amount of active ingredients? Research these ingredients and
describe any toxic effects they might have on the environment, animals, and humans. Use
peer reviewed articles or creditable resources. Use APA to cite your resources. Must have
at least 2 resources (
6. What health and environmental warnings are listed on the container?
47. Think about the potential relationship between your product and our food supply. Discuss
how the pesticide may be a contaminant.
48. What are your thoughts about this product after doing this homework