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      Question

      Which pathogen is responsible for causing Late Blight

      disease in tomato and potato crops?
      A Alternaria solani Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Phytophthora infestans Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Fusarium oxysporum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Verticillium dahliae Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Late blight is caused by the oomycete Phytophthora infestans. It produces rapid leaf and tuber decay under cool, humid conditions. The disease is historically famous for the Irish potato famine.

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