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This book presents a collection of known information on the insecticidal properties of constituents of higher plants, microorganisms, animals, and marine flora and fauna in order to assist researchers in selecting leads for further development.
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Presents data in tabular form on naturally occurring insecticides. Section I surveys important insecticidal compounds occurring in various living organisms, with special emphasis on those acting as lead molecules for the development of more potent and commercially viable products. Section II offers structural and biological information on naturally occurring insecticides. Entries are divided into compounds derived from higher plants, micro-organisms, animals, and marine flora and fauna, with entries arranged in a systematic chemical fashion within these categories. For chemists and biologists. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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