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Fungicide

So, you know how plants can get sick just like people can? Sometimes they can get sick because of bad little things called fungi. Fungi are like really small plants that can grow on bigger plants and make them sick. That’s where fungicide comes in!

Fungicide is kind of like medicine for plants. It’s a really special spray that can kill the bad fungi without hurting the plant it’s sprayed on. It’s like if you got a bad cough, the doctor might give you medicine to help you feel better without hurting the rest of your body.

Farmers and gardeners use fungicide to keep their plants healthy and stop the bad fungi from spreading. It’s important to use fungicide carefully, though, because too much of it can hurt the environment or even other good little plants and bugs. Just like with medicine for people, fungicide should only be used when it’s really needed and in the right way.
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