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Persistence of Gamma BHC (Lindane) and Malathion Residues on Fruits of Bhindi (Abelmoschus esculantus L.) under Indian Conditions

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  03 October 2008

V. S. Kavadia
Affiliation:
Department of Entomology, Agricultural Experiment Station, University of Udaipur, Udaipur, India
H. C. L. Gupta
Affiliation:
Department of Entomology, Agricultural Experiment Station, University of Udaipur, Udaipur, India
P. C. Jain
Affiliation:
Department of Entomology, Agricultural Experiment Station, University of Udaipur, Udaipur, India

Summary

The persistence of residues of gamma BHC and malathion on bhindi fruits was estimated by bioassay using 1-day-old male Drosophila flies. Although the initial deposits were heavy, they dissipated quickly, with half-lives of approximately 4 and 2 days for gamma BHC and malathion respectively.

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Research Article
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1972

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