Plant Pathogens Introductory Quiz

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What is a pathogen?

An organism that lives on a host and may cause diseases
An organism that lives on a host and does not cause diseases
An organism that lives independently of a host
An organism that lives, feeds, and multiplies on a host and causes diseases (correct)

What is a parasite?

An organism that lives, feeds, and multiplies on a host and may cause diseases (correct)
An organism that lives independently of a host
An organism that lives on a host and does not cause diseases
An organism that lives on a host and must cause diseases

What is the concept of plant disease based on the text?

The disease circle involving a non-susceptible host, a pathogen, and an environment
The disease square involving a resistant host, a non-virulent pathogen, and an unfavorable environment
The disease line involving a host, a pathogen, and a neutral environment
The disease triangle involving a susceptible host, a virulent pathogen, and a favorable environment (correct)

What is the definition of disease according to the text?

An abnormality in the physiology, morphology, and genetics of a plant that reduces quality or quantity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What can cause plant disease?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a pathogen?

An organism or micro-organism that lives, feeds, and multiplies on a host and causes diseases (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of the disease triangle?

It involves the interaction of a susceptible host, a virulent pathogen, and an environment favorable for disease development (C) Signup and view all the answers