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simazine

/ˈsɪm.ə.ziːn/

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noun

/ˈsɪm.ə.ziːn/C2formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее химическое соединение, используемое в качестве гербицида для контроля роста сорняков, особенно в сельскохозяйственных условиях.

A noun referring to a chemical compound used as a herbicide to control the growth of weeds, particularly in agricultural settings.

  1. HerbicideC1formalscientific

    A chemical compound used to control broadleaf weeds and grasses, especially in agricultural crops like corn and fruit orchards.

    ruГербицид

    • Farmers apply simazine to prevent weed growth in their cornfields.
    • The use of simazine is regulated due to its potential environmental impact.
    • Simazine is effective against many annual broadleaf weeds.