Fungicidal
Fungicidal
Fungicidal (pronunciation: /fʌndʒɪ'saɪdəl/) refers to the process or substance that kills fungi or inhibits their growth. The term is derived from the Latin words "fungus," meaning fungus, and "caedere," meaning to kill.
Etymology
The term "Fungicidal" is a combination of two Latin words. The first part, "fungus," refers to a group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. The second part, "caedere," means to kill. Thus, "Fungicidal" literally means "to kill fungi."
Types of Fungicides
There are several types of fungicides, including:
- Contact fungicides: These are not absorbed into the plant tissue and protect only the plant where the spray is deposited.
- Systemic fungicides: These are absorbed by the plant and can be used to fight fungi from within the plant.
- Translaminar fungicides: These redistribute the fungicide from the upper, sprayed leaf surface to the lower, unsprayed surface.
Related Terms
- Fungistatic: A fungistatic inhibits the growth of fungi but does not necessarily kill them.
- Biocide: A biocide is a chemical substance or microorganism that can deter, render harmless, or exert a controlling effect on any harmful organism.
- Pesticide: A pesticide is a substance used to kill, repel, or control certain forms of plant or animal life that are considered to be pests.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fungicidal
- Wikipedia's article - Fungicidal
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