During some spraying operations less than what percent reaches the target area?

During some spraying operations less than what percent reaches the target area?

• A. 25%
• B. 50%
• C. 75%
• D. 90%

Answer: (B)

A lot of the spray never makes it to the target. In many spraying operations, the material that actually reaches the target area is less than half of what is applied, meaning less than 50% hits the intended site. This happens because droplets drift away with air, evaporate or volatilize, are intercepted by the plant or ground, or run off before reaching the target. To improve reach, calibrate the sprayer correctly and choose appropriate nozzle types and droplet sizes, apply under favorable weather (not too windy), and use drift-reduction practices.

A lot of the spray never makes it to the target. In many spraying operations, the material that actually reaches the target area is less than half of what is applied, meaning less than 50% hits the intended site. This happens because droplets drift away with air, evaporate or volatilize, are intercepted by the plant or ground, or run off before reaching the target. To improve reach, calibrate the sprayer correctly and choose appropriate nozzle types and droplet sizes, apply under favorable weather (not too windy), and use drift-reduction practices.