Pesticides are herbicides, fungicides, insecticides or any other substances or mixture of substances that are applied for the purpose of controlling, destroying, repelling and preventing various pests from destroying foods and plants. Pests are organisms that appear on many crops, animals and even humans, and cause damage or destruction. Some examples of various pests include various insects, slugs, snails, plant diseases, weeds, mice and other vermin that carry disease as well as various viruses and bacteria, fungi and prions. There are also many household products that are considered to be pesticides or contain dangerous pesticide chemicals. Some examples include mold and mildew products, household insect repellents, cockroach sprays, rodent poisons, pet collars, flea and tick sprays and powders, various laundry products, kitchen and bathroom disinfectants/sanitizers, lawn and garden goods and products as well as several swimming pool substances.

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