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Agricultural and Horticultural Diseases and Pests Quiz

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What is the study of plant diseases called?

Plant Pathology (correct)

Horticultural Pathology

Botanical Pathogenesis

Agricultural Pathology

What is a pathogenic disease?

A disease caused by environmental factors

A disease caused by genetic mutations

A disease caused by nutritional deficiencies

A disease caused by infectious agents (correct)

What is a diseased plant?

Any deviation of the plant from normal development (correct)

A plant with visible symptoms of illness

A plant affected by environmental stress

A plant with reduced productivity

What is the main concern regarding pests and diseases in agriculture and horticulture?

Their adverse effect on plant quality and economic impact Signup and view all the answers

What is a disease defined as?

A harmful physiological process due to continuous irritation by a primary causal agent Signup and view all the answers

Plant diseases only affect living plants to a small extent.

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The study of plant diseases is called botany.

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Pathogenic diseases are caused by external agents.

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A plant is considered diseased when it deviates from normal development.

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The concern with diseases and pests is mainly due to their economical impact.

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Introduction to Agricultural and Horticultural Diseases and Pests

Diseases and pests negatively impact living plants, leading to economic depreciation of plant products.
Understanding diseases and pests is crucial for their prevention, control, or cure.

General Definitions

Disease: A harmful psychological process triggered by a primary causal agent, causing abnormal cellular activity, resulting in characteristic pathological responses known as symptoms.
Deceased Plant: Refers to any deviation from normal plant development, indicating the presence of a disease.
Plant Pathology: The scientific study of plant diseases, encompassing their nature, effects, and methods for control or cure.

Types of Plant Diseases

Pathogenic Diseases: These diseases result from specific pathogens causing harm to the plant's vital functions.
Non-Pathogenic Diseases: These diseases occur without direct involvement from pathogens, often due to environmental factors or stress conditions.

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Test your knowledge of agricultural and horticultural diseases and pests with this quiz. Explore the introduction, causes, and prevention methods for these natural phenomena that impact plant health and economic yield.