List two Environmental Health effects of each chemical (Tetramethrin and Lambda-Cyhalothrin)
List two Environmental Health effects of each chemical (Tetramethrin and Lambda-Cyhalothrin)
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List two Environmental Health effects of each chemical (Tetramethrin and Lambda-Cyhalothrin)
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Tetramethrin
Tetramethrin is a pyrethroid pesticide that is highly effective. A stereoisomer combination is used in the commercial product. It's a common insecticide that works by affecting the neurological system of the insect.
- Tetramethrin can induce a rash, itching, redness, and numbness or tingling ("pins and needles") sensation when it comes into contact with the skin.
- Tetramethrin can irritate the nose, throat, and lungs when inhaled.
- Tetramethrin can produce headaches, dizziness, exhaustion, excessive salivation, muscle weakness, nausea, and vomiting in people who are exposed to it.
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