What can improper nozzle attachment or position on the boom lead to?

Improper nozzle attachment or position on the boom can lead to spray deposition on the boom or nozzles. This occurs because if the nozzles are not correctly aligned or securely attached, the spray pattern may be disrupted. Instead of efficiently delivering the pesticide to the target area, the spray can end up collecting on the apparatus itself, reducing the amount that reaches the intended application zone. This not only affects the efficacy of the treatment but can also result in increased pesticide residues on the equipment, posing potential contamination issues or impacting subsequent applications.

In contrast, options such as increased flight speed or uniform spray distribution wouldn’t be directly influenced by the nozzle position in a negative way, as flight speed is more related to aircraft operation rather than the nozzle setup. Likewise, uniform spray distribution is unlikely when the nozzles are not properly placed or attached, hence it wouldn’t be a result of improper nozzle condition. As for decreasing pesticide effectiveness, while this can be a consequence of improper application methods, it doesn’t specifically address the direct result of having incorrect nozzle setups, making it less precise in this context.