5 Questions
What is the main difference between basal resistance and specific resistance in plants?
Basal resistance is non-specific, while specific resistance is pathogen-specific.
What triggers a hypersensitive immune response in plants when infected?
Rapid cell death at the infection site.
How do siRNAs protect plants against pathogens?
By degrading specific pathogen messenger RNAs.
What evolutionary adaptation distinguishes biotrophic from necrotrophic pathogens?
Preference for living host tissues vs. dead tissues.
How have plants evolved to resist herbivory?
By producing toxic compounds or thorns to deter herbivores.
Test your knowledge on plant defense mechanisms and biodiversity with these study questions. Topics include plant immune system, types of infections, resistance mechanisms, and hypersensitive responses.
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