New Chemical Eliminates 95% of Termites Without Human Harm
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Researchers have developed a chemical that disrupts drywood termites' ability to build new exoskeletons, resulting in the elimination of about 95% of colonies during testing. This treatment exploits the termites' natural molting process, turning it into a fatal vulnerability and offering a potentially safer alternative to traditional fumigation methods.
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