Pesticides dissolved in a carrier are called

• A. Concentrates
• B. Formulations
• C. Mixtures
• D. Solutions

Answer: (D)

When pesticides are dissolved in a carrier to form a single, uniform liquid, that is called a solution. Dissolution means the active ingredient is distributed at the molecular level throughout the carrier, so every portion of the spray has the same concentration and behaves consistently during application. This is different from concentrates, which are highly concentrated products that typically require dilution and may not be presented as a dissolved, uniform liquid. It’s also distinct from formulations in general, which is a broad category that includes many forms like emulsions or suspensions, and from mixtures, which may be physically combined but not fully dissolved.