👉 In the context of environmental science, "herbicidal" refers to a chemical agent that is designed to kill or inhibit the growth and reproduction of plants, fungi, algae, and other organisms. Herbicides are typically used in agriculture for controlling weeds, pests, and diseases. They work by inhibiting plant growth by disrupting cell division, causing them to die off, or by reducing their ability to absorb nutrients from the soil. Herbicidal agents can be highly effective in controlling a wide range of
