10 Questions
Match the following environments with the percentage of nematode species found in each:
Marine = Approximately 50% Soil or freshwater = 25% Parasites of animals = 15% Parasites of plants = 10%
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Nematodes = Thread-like organisms Roundworms = Nematodes with tubular body shape Eelworms = Nematodes with serpentine movement like eels Parasites of plants = Nematodes that are parasitic to plants
Match the following terms with their meanings:
Nematodes = Derived from Greek words meaning 'Thread + form' Threadworms = Another name for nematodes Roundworms = Also known as nematodes Eelworms = Nematodes with eel-like movement
Match the following with their associations:
Dr. K. K. Kanzaria = Assistant Research Scientist at Department of Plant Pathology, College of Agriculture, JAU, Junagadh PPT 3.3 = Course number for Nematode Pests of Horticultural Crops and Their Management 21.08.2023 = Effective date of the course JUNAGADH AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY = Location of the course
Match the following with their uses:
Nematodes = Diverse group of organisms found in different environments Threadworms = Also called nematodes because of their thread-like appearance Roundworms = Nematodes with tubular body shape Eelworms = Nematodes with eel-like movement
What is the meaning of the word 'Nematodes'?
The word 'Nematodes' is derived from Greek words ‘Nema+oides’ meaning ‘Thread + form’.
Why are nematodes also known as threadworms?
Nematodes are also known as threadworms because their name is derived from the Greek words for 'thread + form', indicating their thread-like form.
What is the shape of nematode bodies?
Nematode bodies are tubular in shape.
What is the movement of nematodes like?
The movement of nematodes is serpentine, similar to eels, which is why they are also called eelworms.
Where are nematodes found in terms of environment?
Nematodes are found in diverse environments, with approximately 50% of known species being marine, 25% free-living in soil or freshwater, 15% parasitic to animals, and 10% parasitic to plants.
Test your knowledge on nematode pests of horticultural crops and their management with this quiz. Explore the basics of nematodes, their impact on crops, and methods for their control. This quiz is designed to help you understand and identify nematode pests in horticulture.
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