Question

    “Buckling” and “blistering” symptoms in plants

    are typically caused by:
    A Bacteria Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Fungi Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Viruses Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Mycoplasma Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Nematodes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Viruses often cause abnormal growth patterns like puckering, blistering, or leaf curling due to disrupted cell division. Mycoplasma (option d) causes phyllody or witches’ broom, while fungi (option b) lead to lesions or rot.

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