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semiochemicalnoun
Any substance, produced by an organism, that provokes a response in individuals of the same or different species
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Semiochemical
A semiochemical is a generic term used for a chemical substance or mixture that carries a message. These chemicals acts as messengers within or between species. It is usually used in the field of chemical ecology to encompass pheromones, allomones, kairomones, attractants and repellents. Probably all insects use semiochemicals; natural chemicals released by an organism that affect the behaviors of other individuals. Pheromones are intraspecific signals that aid in finding mates, food and habitat resources, warning of enemies, and avoiding competition. Interspecific signals known as allomones and kairomones have similar functions. The goals of using semiochemicals in pest management are ⁕to monitor pest populations to determine if control is warranted and ⁕to alter the behavior of the pest or its enemies to the detriment of the pest. In general, the advantages of using semiochemicals are ⁕they have adverse effects only on target pests, ⁕they are relatively nontoxic and required in low amounts, ⁕they are nonpersistent and environmentally safe ⁕they appear difficult for insects to develop resistance against. Monitoring of pest populations with pheromones is often integrated in management programs.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of semiochemical in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of semiochemical in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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