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Malathion is a/an

A. Insecticide

B. Fumigant

C. Preservative

D. Pesticide

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Malathion is an insecticide in the chemical family known as organophosphates. Products containing malathion are used outdoors to control a wide variety of insects in agricultural settings and around people's homes. Malathion has also been used in public health mosquito control and fruit fly eradication programs.

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