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Rotenone is a broad spectrum contact and stomach poison and affect nerve and muscle cells in insects, derived from

A. Seed

B. Flower

C. Stem

D. Roots

Answer: Option D

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Rotenone is a broad-spectrum contact and stomach poison that affect nerve and muscle cells in insects, derived from Roots.
Rotenone is an odorless, colorless, crystalline isoflavone used as a broad-spectrum insecticide, piscicide, and pesticide. Rotenone is produced by extraction from the roots and stems of several tropical and subtropical plant species, especially those belonging to the genera Lonchocarpus and Derris.
It is a commonly used pesticide and is also used in lakes and reservoirs to kill fish that are perceived as pests. Human deaths from rotenone poisoning are rare because its irritating action causes vomiting. Deliberate ingestion of rotenone can be fatal.

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