11 Questions
What is the biological effect of pathogens on individual plants?
Loss of ability to balance water uptake
What are the social and economic effects of diseases in plants?
Reduced yields of grains, pastures, fruits and vegetables
What is a common symptom of abnormal growth in plants due to infectious disease?
Wilting
What are the three levels at which the effects of infectious disease in plants can be considered?
biological effects on the individual plant, social and economic effects on the farmer, social and economic effects on Australia’s economy
What are the biological effects of pathogens on individual plants?
Death of plant, destruction of tissues (necrosis), abnormal growth, tumour-like galls, discolouration of tissues, mosaic patterns, and wilting
What are the consequences of a plant disease outbreak on a farm?
reduced yields of grains, pastures, fruits and vegetables, loss of trading opportunities, both nationally and internationally, and economic loss for the farmer, resulting in financial hardship and stress for family and local community
Why does the threat of infectious disease place a great burden on primary producers?
Constant vigilance is required for early detection and management
Why could the introduction of an exotic plant disease into Australia have dire consequences for the national economy?
The Australian economy relies heavily on the export of grains, fruits and vegetables to overseas markets. Australia’s physical isolation and the consequent disease-free status of much of its produce gives us unique access to markets around the world.
Symptoms of infectious disease in plants include destruction of tissues, abnormal growth, and tumour-like ______.
galls
Wilting in plants can be caused by root damage or damage to conducting ______.
tissues
Australia's physical isolation and disease-free status of much of its produce gives it unique access to overseas ______.
markets
"Test Your Knowledge: Understanding the Biological and Economic Effects of Infectious Disease in Plants" Challenge yourself with this informative quiz that delves into the impact of pathogens on individual plants, as well as the social and economic effects on farmers and Australia's economy. Learn about the different stages of plant disease and how it affects water uptake and loss. Sharpen your understanding of the complex relationship between plant health and economic sustainability. Keywords: infectious disease, plants, biological effects, social and economic effects, farmers
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