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Poison used for killing rats is – |
A. | Calcium phosphide (Ca3P2) |
B. | Zinc phosphide (Zn3P2) |
C. | Magnesium nitride (Mg3N2) |
D. | Magnesium phosphide (Mg3P2) |
Answer» B. Zinc phosphide (Zn3P2) | |
Explanation: Zinc phosphide is an inorganic compound that is used in pesticide products as a rodenticide. Formulated as attractive bait, it releases phosphine gas once it is exposed to acid and moisture in the stomach. The phosphine gas is very toxic to all animals. |
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