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parathion
A sulfur-containing insecticide which is also very poisonous to mammals.
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pesticide
A substance used for destroying pests (such as insects).
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photosynthesis
The process in plants by which carbon dioxide is converted into organic
compounds using the energy of light absorbed by chlorophyll, which in
all plants (except some bacteria) involves the production of oxygen
from water
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poaching
Illegal hunting; poaching is often responsible for the decline of animal
populations despite their presence on endangered species lists.
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predator
An animal that eats other animals.
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privatization
The process of change (industry or business) from governmental to private
control or ownership.
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