Biochemicals

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-003147",
  "term": "Biochemicals",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Chemicals that are either naturally occurring or identical to naturally occurring substances. Examples include hormones, pheromones, and enzymes. Biochemicals function as pesticides through non-toxic, non-lethal modes of action, such as disrupting the mating pattern of insects, regulating growth, or acting as repellants. Biochemicals tend to be environmentally compatible and are thus important to Integrated Pest Management programs.",
  "subject": "Chemicals, toxics and pesticides",
  "references": [
    "Environmental Issues Terms & Acronyms; Pesticides Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/biochemicals/"
}